harbinger
Pronunciation
Noun
B1 Intermediate
Quick answer
A sign or event that shows something, often something significant, is about to happen.
Synonyms and antonyms
Synonyms
sign
omen
Usage notes
Usually followed by "of", as in "a harbinger of change".
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "The first robins are often seen as a _____ of spring."
Answer: harbinger
In your own words, what does "harbinger" mean?
A sign or event that shows something, often something significant, is about to happen.
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