foreshadow
Pronunciation
Verb
B1 Intermediate
Quick answer
To give a sign or hint that something, especially something bad, will happen later.
Synonyms and antonyms
Synonyms
predict
hint at
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "The dark clouds seemed to _____ the trouble that was coming."
Answer: foreshadow
In your own words, what does "foreshadow" mean?
To give a sign or hint that something, especially something bad, will happen later.
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