Adumbrate

Pronunciation

• IPA: /ˈædÊŒmËŒbɹeɪt/

Origin

Latin adumbrātus "represented in outline", from adumbrāre "cast a shadow on", from umbra "shadow".

Full definition of adumbrate

Verb

1. To foreshadow vaguely.
2. To give a vague outline.
3. To obscure or overshadow.

Derived terms

• adumbrant
• adumbration
• adumbrative