adumbrant

/ˌædəmˈbrænt/

Definitions

1. adjective

giving a slight indication or hint of something, especially a threat or danger.

“The adumbrant signs on the path made us cautious and hesitant to proceed further.”

2. noun

a person or thing that gives a slight indication or hint of something, especially a threat or danger.

“The adumbrant figure in the shadows seemed to be watching us.”

Synonyms

  • menacing
  • ominous
  • threatening

Antonyms

  • benign
  • harmless
  • inoffensive