PORTENT PORTENT: a sign or warning that something significant or disastrous is likely to happen; PORTENTS (plural), PORTENDING (present participle), PORTENTED (past tense), PORTENTER (person who predicts), PORTENTEST (most ominous), PORTENTLY (in a foreboding manner). Revised definition: A portent is a forewarning or indication of a significant or calamitous event on the horizon.
The word PORTENT can be used in various contexts in written and spoken English. As a valid Scrabble word, it represents a legitimate part of the English lexicon, even if it may not be commonly used in everyday conversation.
Understanding words like PORTENT helps expand your vocabulary and appreciation for the diversity of the English language. Many words in the Scrabble dictionary come from specialized fields, historical periods, or other languages, showing how English continues to evolve and incorporate new terms.
Word: PORTENT
Length: 7 letters
Dictionary: Valid in TWL and SOWPODS
Status: Official Scrabble word
The word PORTENT can be used in various contexts. As a valid Scrabble word, it can be played on the Scrabble board according to standard game rules.