Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
portentoso
Adjective
/por.tenˈto.zu/
Definition
Portentoso is an adjective in Portuguese that describes something remarkable or extraordinary, often with a sense of foreboding or importance.
Examples
- The storm clouds gathered, creating a portentoso atmosphere.
- Her portentoso speech left the audience in awe.
Meaning
The term typically refers to something that is unusually significant or has great implications, sometimes implying a warning or a sign of what is to come.
Synonyms
- Extraordinary
- Remarkable
- Significant
- Ominous