Word of the Day: Betoken
verb
1. Be a sign of; indicate.
2. Be a warning or indication of (a future event).
Example Sentences.
1. "A smile that reaches the eyes can betoken genuine happiness."
2. "Strong winds can often betoken a brewing storm."
3. "The orchestra pit's sudden silence betokened the imminent start of the performance."
Word Origin.
Germanic, late 12th century
"Betoken" comes from the Old English verb "betācnian," meaning "to signify." This term is one of numerous verbs that mean "to be a sign of."
verb
1. Be a sign of; indicate.
2. Be a warning or indication of (a future event).
Example Sentences.
1. "A smile that reaches the eyes can betoken genuine happiness."
2. "Strong winds can often betoken a brewing storm."
3. "The orchestra pit's sudden silence betokened the imminent start of the performance."
Word Origin.
Germanic, late 12th century
"Betoken" comes from the Old English verb "betācnian," meaning "to signify." This term is one of numerous verbs that mean "to be a sign of."
Word of the Day: Betoken
verb
1. Be a sign of; indicate.
2. Be a warning or indication of (a future event).
Example Sentences.
1. "A smile that reaches the eyes can betoken genuine happiness."
2. "Strong winds can often betoken a brewing storm."
3. "The orchestra pit's sudden silence betokened the imminent start of the performance."
Word Origin.
Germanic, late 12th century
"Betoken" comes from the Old English verb "betācnian," meaning "to signify." This term is one of numerous verbs that mean "to be a sign of."
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