As nouns the difference between indicator and portent
is that indicator is a pointer or index that indicates something while portent is something that portends an event about to occur, especially an unfortunate or evil event; an omen.
indicator
Noun
(
en noun)
A pointer or index that indicates something.
A meter or gauge.
The needle or dial on such a meter.
(chemistry) Any of many substances, such as litmus, used to indicate the concentration of a substance, or the degree of a reaction.
(ecology) A plant or animal whose presence is indicative of some specific environment.
(economics) A measure, such as unemployment rate, which can be used to predict economic trends.
(UK, Australia) A trafficator.
A bird, the honeyguide.
Synonyms
* blinker (informal), directional, directional signal, trafficator, turn indicator, turn signal (US)
Derived terms
* economic indicator
* key performance indicator
Related terms
* index
* indicate
* indication
* indicative
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portent
English
Noun
(
en noun)
Something that portends an event about to occur, especially an unfortunate or evil event; an omen.
A portending; significance; as, a howl of dire portent.
Something regarded as portentous; a marvel; prodigy.
Synonyms
* See also
Related terms
* portend
* portentous
