portentous
US /pɔːrˈten.t̬əs/
UK /pɔːˈten.təs/
形容词
1.
不祥的, 预兆的, 重要的
of momentous or ominous significance
示例:
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The dark clouds gathered, creating a portentous atmosphere.
乌云密布，营造出一种不祥的气氛。
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His silence was portentous, hinting at trouble to come.
他的沉默预示着即将到来的麻烦。
2.
自命不凡的, 夸大其词的, 装腔作势的
pompous or overly solemn in a way that is intended to impress
示例:
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The speaker delivered a portentous speech, full of grand pronouncements.
演讲者发表了一篇夸大其词的演讲，充满了宏大的宣言。
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He adopted a portentous tone, as if every word he uttered was of immense importance.
他采取了一种自命不凡的语调，仿佛他说的每一个字都极其重要。
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