Forebode — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb /(ˌ)fȯr-ˈbōd/ fore·bode

Meaning & Definition of Forebode

Forebode (verb)

  1. to have an inward conviction of (something, such as a coming ill or misfortune)
  2. foretell, portend
  3. augur, predict

Forebode (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. to show signs of a favorable or successful outcome

    "the dry summer doesn't forebode well for the harvest"

    similar: augur, bode, promise, bid fair
    related: forecast, foretell, predict, presage, prognosticate, prophesy, forewarn, warn, anticipate, divine, foreknow, foresee, betoken, foreshadow, harbinger, portend, prefigure, presignify, indicate, signify, allude, connote, hint, imply, insinuate, intimate, suggest

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Forebode

The most common words with a similar meaning to Forebode:

augur, bode, promise, bid fair

Related Words for Forebode

forecast, foretell, predict, presage, prognosticate, prophesy, forewarn, warn, anticipate, divine, foreknow, foresee, betoken, foreshadow, harbinger, portend, prefigure, presignify, indicate, signify, allude, connote, hint, imply, insinuate, intimate, suggest

Word Forms of Forebode

Inflections: foreboded, forboded, foreboding, forboding, forebodes, forbodes

Derived words: foreboder (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Forebode

First known use: 1603t

Frequently Asked Questions about Forebode

What does "Forebode" mean?

"Forebode" means to have an inward conviction of (something, such as a coming ill or misfortune). As a verb, it is defined as: to have an inward conviction of (something, such as a coming ill or misfortune).

What is another word for "Forebode"?

Other words for "Forebode" include augur, bode, promise and bid fair. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Forebode" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Forebode"?

There are 31 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Forebode". Common alternatives include augur, bode, promise and bid fair.

How do you use "Forebode" in a sentence?

Examples of "Forebode" in a sentence: "the dry summer doesn't forebode well for the harvest".

Is "Forebode" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Forebode" is a verb.

How do you pronounce "Forebode"?

"Forebode" is pronounced /(ˌ)fȯr-ˈbōd/ and divided into syllables as fore·bode.

What is the origin of the word "Forebode"?

First known use: 1603t.

What is another word for "Forebode" meaning "to show signs of a favorable or successful outcome"?

When "Forebode" (verb) means to show signs of a favorable or successful outcome, synonyms include augur, bode, promise and bid fair.