portent Meaning & Definition
/ˈpɔɹtənt/
What Does Portent Mean?
As a noun, portent means Something that portends an event about to occur, especially an unfortunate or evil event; an omen. It is also used to mean A portending; significance.
Portent at a Glance
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈpɔɹtənt/ |
| Synonyms | presage, omen and prognostic |
| Plural | portents |
Portent Definition (Noun)
- Something that portends an event about to occur, especially an unfortunate or evil event; an omen.
It was a portent of things to come.
- A portending; significance
a howl of dire portent
- Something regarded as portentous; a marvel; prodigy.
Synonyms of Portent
Portent synonyms and antonyms →Portent in a Sentence
It was a portent of things to come.
a howl of dire portent
Word Forms & Grammar
portent (plural portents)
Words That Rhyme With Portent
Origin of Portent
Borrowed from Latin portentum,[1] participle of portendere, from portendō (“to predict, to foretell”).
Frequently Asked Questions About Portent
What part of speech is portent?
Portent is a noun.
What is another word for portent?
Words with a similar meaning to portent include presage, omen and prognostic. See the full list of portent synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of portent?
The plural of portent is portents.