Betoken

To something is to be a sign, signal, or warning of it. It’s a slightly more formal way of saying "indicate" or "foreshadow." Quick Breakdown Part of Speech: Verb The Vibe: Literary, classic, and observational. Synonyms: Indicate, portend, signify, augur, denote. Examples in a Sentence

"Her sudden silence a change of heart she wasn't ready to discuss." betoken

"The dark, heavy clouds a massive storm on the way." To something is to be a sign, signal, or warning of it