Definition

Having a sense of foreboding or indicating that something bad may happen in the future.

Example

The dark clouds in the sky seemed presageful, warning us of the storm to come.

Conversation

Did you notice how presageful the sky looked before the storm?

Yeah, it definitely had an ominous vibe.

I wonder if that means we should prepare for more bad weather.

Probably! It’s always better to be safe than sorry.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Presageful → It is formed from "pre-" (meaning before) and "sagire" (from Latin, meaning to perceive or sense). The word "presageful" means having the ability to perceive or sense something before it happens, often referring to foreboding or prophetic insight.

Memory Tip

Think of 'pre-' meaning before and 'sagire' meaning to perceive — this helps you remember that 'presageful' refers to sensing something before it occurs.

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