Portend (verb)
To serve as a warning or omen of.
Portend (verb)
To signify; to denote.
“Let it be known that the Rapture portends the End of Days.”
Portent (noun)
Something that portends an event about to occur, especially an unfortunate or evil event; an omen.
Portent (noun)
A portending; significance
“a howl of dire portent”
Portent (noun)
Something regarded as portentous; a marvel; prodigy.
Portend (verb)
be a sign or warning that (something, especially something momentous or calamitous) is likely to happen
“the eclipses portend some major events”
Portent (noun)
a sign or warning that a momentous or calamitous event is likely to happen
“many birds are regarded as being portents of death”
Portent (noun)
future significance
“an omen of grave portent for the tribe”
Portent (noun)
an exceptional or wonderful person or thing
“what portent can be greater than a pious notary?”