Dec 30, 2025
Adumbrate
(n.)
a-dum-brate
ˈa-dəm-ˌbrāt
Definition:
To foreshadow by disclosing only partially.
Example:
The art instructor adumbrated that the course entrance fee would rise next year.
Officiate
(v.)
of-fi-ci-ate
ə-fi-shē-āt
Definition:
To perform a ceremony, function, or duty; to act in an official capacity.
Example:
When the Vice President suffered a debilitating heart attack, the Speaker of the House stepped in to officiate in his role.
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