GRE Word List

PRESAGE

something that foreshadows or portends a future event : omen

The meaning of the word presage is something that foreshadows or portends a future event : omen.

Random words

WordMeaning
drollhaving a humorous, whimsical, or odd quality
scrupuloushaving moral integrity : acting in strict regard for what is considered right or proper
euphemismthe substitution of an agreeable or inoffensive expression for one that may offend or suggest something unpleasant
indigencea level of poverty in which real hardship and deprivation are suffered and comforts of life are wholly lacking
nepotismfavoritism (as in appointment to a job) based on kinship
foolhardyfoolishly adventurous and bold : rash
chideto speak out in angry or displeased rebuke
injuriousinflicting or tending to inflict injury : detrimental
sterilefailing to bear or incapable of producing fruit or spores
swearto utter or take solemnly (an oath)