Word of the day: Presage

Presage

[pres-ij] 

verb

1. to foreshadow or indicate a future event; to serve as a warning or sign of something to come

Examples of presage in a sentence:

• The dark clouds presage an approaching storm.

• The sudden drop in sales presaged the company's financial troubles.

Presage comes from the Latin word praesagium, meaning "a foreboding" or "a sign of the future." Throughout history, humans have sought to interpret signs and omens as indicators of what lies ahead. Presage, therefore, encompasses the idea of reading the signs to anticipate future events or outcomes. It implies a sense of foresight or intuition regarding what is to come. By recognizing and interpreting these presages, individuals may gain insight into potential dangers or opportunities on the horizon.

foreshadow

 foretell

predict

 omen

portend