Adumbration(noun)
A faint outline, partial description, or indication of something that will happen.
Hindi meaning:अस्पष्ट रूपरेखा या पूर्वसंकेत
Synonyms: Outline, Sketch, Foreshadowing, Intimation
Antonyms: Clarification, Elaboration, Exposition, Revelation
Example: The opening scene provides an adumbration of the tragedy that follows.
Trick to remember: Umbra means shadow; adumbration is a shadowy outline or hint.
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