Betoken
verb
To represent or show something - often an impending event or situation.
The loud thunder in the distant sky betokens a storm is coming.
verb
To symbolize or stand as a sign for something.
In many cultures, white doves betoken peace.
Often appears as...
- betoken peace
- flowers betoken love
verb
To give a warning or indication of a future event.
The sudden drop in temperature betokens that winter is coming.
Often appears as...
- betoken a change
- betoken a shift
verb
To represent or show something - often an impending event or situation.
The loud thunder in the distant sky betokens a storm is coming.
verb
To symbolize or stand as a sign for something.
In many cultures, white doves betoken peace.
Often appears as...
- betoken peace
- flowers betoken love
verb
To give a warning or indication of a future event.
The sudden drop in temperature betokens that winter is coming.
Often appears as...
- betoken a change
- betoken a shift
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Predictive Nuance
Used to suggest a future event is likely or expected based on current signs.
Dark clouds betoken rain; best take an umbrella.
Pro Tip 2/3Not Literal
'Betoken' often refers to metaphorical rather than literal signs.
His frown did not just show displeasure, it betokened deep dissatisfaction.
Pro Tip 3/3Formality
Primarily used in formal or literary contexts, not common in casual speech.
The economist's report betokens a robust economic future.
Pro Tip 1/3Predictive Nuance
Used to suggest a future event is likely or expected based on current signs.
Dark clouds betoken rain; best take an umbrella.
Pro Tip 2/3Not Literal
'Betoken' often refers to metaphorical rather than literal signs.
His frown did not just show displeasure, it betokened deep dissatisfaction.
Pro Tip 3/3Formality
Primarily used in formal or literary contexts, not common in casual speech.
The economist's report betokens a robust economic future.
Pro Tip 1/3Predictive Nuance
Used to suggest a future event is likely or expected based on current signs.
Dark clouds betoken rain; best take an umbrella.
Pro Tip 2/3Not Literal
'Betoken' often refers to metaphorical rather than literal signs.
His frown did not just show displeasure, it betokened deep dissatisfaction.
Pro Tip 3/3Formality
Primarily used in formal or literary contexts, not common in casual speech.
The economist's report betokens a robust economic future.
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Rebuilding a 6,000...
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