presage

Definition

A warning of a future event; an omen.

Etymology

From Middle English presage, from Latin praesāgium.

Example Sentences

• "Speak frankly, Mirzes—nor believe thy words, / Whatever black preſages they contain, / Subjoin'd to all Trophonius hath foretold, / Can change my firm reſolves, or blunt my ſword."
• "Glad was I when I reached the other bank. / Now for a better country. Vain presage!"