Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

English

Chapter

One Word

Question:

Substitute most appropriate word for following from the given options:
somebody that foretells the coming of something

Options:

harbinger

pantheon

conventicle

contrite

Correct Answer:

harbinger

Explanation:

The most appropriate word for somebody that foretells the coming of something is harbinger.

  • Harbinger means a sign or warning that something is about to happen.
  • Pantheon is a temple dedicated to all the gods of a particular religion.
  • Conventicle means a secret or unauthorized religious meeting.
  • Contrite means feeling or showing sincere regret or remorse for one's wrongdoing.