portents

noun

Definition of portentsnext
plural of portent
1
as in omens
something believed to be a sign or warning of a future event a red sky in the morning can be a portent of a coming storm

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2
as in miracles
something extraordinary or surprising a scout was sent to have a look at this teenage pitcher who was supposed to be the latest portent of the baseball world

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for portents
  1. predictions
  2. wonders
  3. marvels
  4. suggestions
Noun
  • The economy has proven those predictions wrong.
    Max Zahn, ABC News, 4 Oct. 2024
  • Some use cases for this include order completion and variability predictions, labor assignments, etc.
    Manoj Gujarathi, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of predictions
Noun
  • The wonders of the animal kingdom fascinate and inspire us.
    Scott Travers, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
  • Hotel Yellowstone This adults-only Jackson Hole hotel opened in August at the doorway of some of the United States’ most majestic natural wonders.
    Spencer Whaley, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of wonders
Noun
  • The National Day holiday has become a time for technological marvels, with this event being one of the largest drone shows ever staged in China.
    Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 1 Oct. 2024
  • Technical marvels will abound in Gotham Hall, too.
    Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 30 Sep. 2024
Definition of marvels
Noun
  • These recommendations are simply suggestions to help you get started with AI tools but feel free to explore and find alternatives that suit your needs through your research.
    Sol Rashidi, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
  • Use their suggestions as a starting point, but always apply your own judgment and expertise.
    Sol Rashidi, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of suggestions
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