How to pronounce Presentiment?

The correct way to pronounce Presentiment is [pre-ZEN-ti-ment]. Emphasis is on the 3 syllable. To learn how to pronounce Presentiment, listen and repeat:

What's the definition of Presentiment?

Presentiment – a presentiment is a feeling or intuition of something, usually negative, that is about to happen. It often refers to a premonition or foreboding sense of danger or misfortune. This feeling can be vague and does not always have a specific cause. Presentiments can arise from subconscious observations or instincts. People often describe it as a gut feeling or an emotional signal about the future.

Examples of usage of Presentiment

  1. She had a presentiment that something terrible was going to happen during the long trip.
  2. He dismissed his presentiment about the storm as just an overactive imagination.
  3. After experiencing several presentiments, she decided to avoid risky situations.
  4. The presentiment of failure weighed heavily on him before the big exam.
  5. Many people report having a presentiment just before a loved one's passing.