Foreboded: meaning, definitions and examples

sense of prediction

Forebode is a verb that means to indicate or warn of a future event or occurrence, typically something negative or ominous. It often implies a sense of forewarning or concern about what is to come. When someone forebodes, they may feel a deep-seated intuition or fear about an impending situation. Such feelings can stem from personal experiences or cultural beliefs regarding omens and signs. The term is commonly used in literature and storytelling to create an atmosphere of dread or anticipation.

foreshadow, omen, portend, predict, signal

Examples of usage

• The dark clouds seemed to forebode a storm.

• His expression foreboded trouble ahead.

• The signs foreboded disaster if they did not prepare.

• The eerie silence foreboded something sinister.