Portent vs Designation - What's the difference?
portent | designation | Related terms |
Something that portends an event about to occur, especially an unfortunate or evil event; an omen.
A portending; significance; as, a howl of dire portent.
Something regarded as portentous; a marvel; prodigy.
The act of designating; a pointing out or showing; indication.
Selection and appointment for a purpose; allotment; direction.
That which designates; a distinguishing mark or name; distinctive title; appellation.
Use or application; import; intention; signification, as of a word or phrase.