presage

Definitions

A sign or warning that something, typically something bad, will happen.

To be a sign or warning that something is about to happen.

Examples

The dark clouds gathering on the horizon seemed to presage a violent storm.

Many economists believe that the sudden drop in consumer spending may presage a long-term recession.

The eerie silence in the forest served to presage the arrival of the predator.

Synonyms

foretell augur portend predict foreshadow bode betoken

Antonyms

ignore conceal misinterpret misunderstand neglect disregard obscure