Synonyms for Premonition & Similar Words

Definition of premonition

noun
  1. a feeling of evil to come; "a steadily escalating sense of foreboding"; "the lawyer had a presentiment that the judge would dismiss the case"
  2. an early warning about a future event

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Writing tips for "premonition"

Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like boding, foreboding, forewarning can replace "premonition" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.

"Premonition" in song lyrics

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  • "Like a premonition"
    Dead Prez — These Are the Times
  • "That's the definition of my whole life ahead of premonition"
    Dom Pachino — Fuk Critics
  • "I don't need to get some rest or psychic premonition"
    Down Under Beats Crew — Under Raps

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