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foretell

fore·tell

foretell

 
pronunciation:
for tel
features:
Word Combinations (verb), Word Parts
part of speech: verb
inflections: foretells, foretelling, foretold
definition: to tell of as likely or certain to happen; forecast; predict.
The wise man foretold a future of peace and plenty.
similar words:
forecast, foresee
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derivation: foreteller (n.)
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