Definitions

1. verb

To warn or give a warning of something that may be going to happen, especially something unpleasant or unfortunate.

“The villagers tried to premonish the travelers of the impending storm by waving flags and shouting warnings.”

2. verb

To foretell or predict something, especially something unfortunate.

“The soothsayer attempted to premonish the king’s downfall by interpreting omens and portents.”

3. noun

A warning or indication of something that may be going to happen, especially something unpleasant or unfortunate.

“The premonish of impending doom hung over the village like a dark cloud.”