Meaning Of The Word Portentous

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What's The Definition Of Portentous?

portentous
adjective: If someone's way of speaking, writing, or behaving is portentous, they speak, write, or behave more seriously than necessary because they want to impress other people.

portentous in American English
that portends evil; ominous
adjective: of the nature of a portent; momentous

portentous in British English
adjective: of momentous or ominous significance

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