adumbration

[US]/ˈædʌm.bɹeɪ.ʃən/
[UK]/ˌædəm.breɪˈʃən/

Translation

n.A subtle indication or suggestion of something; a foreshadowing.; A faint outline or shadow.
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Example Sentences

the artist's work offered an adumbration of his future masterpiece.

her speech provided an adumbration of the challenges ahead.

the early chapters of the book offered an adumbration of its complex plot.

there was an adumbration of a storm in the darkening sky.

the meeting served as an adumbration of their future collaboration.

his actions gave an adumbration of his true intentions.

the faint outline provided an adumbration of the hidden treasure.

an adumbration of his plan emerged from their conversation.

the photograph offered an adumbration of a happier time.

there was an adumbration of hope in her voice.

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