What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
adumbration
Example
The artist made an adumbration of the final painting before starting. [adumbration: noun]
Example
The speaker gave an adumbration of the main points she would cover in her presentation. [adumbration: noun]
foreshadowing
Example
The dark clouds foreshadowed an incoming storm. [foreshadowed: verb]
Example
The author used foreshadowing to hint at the tragic ending of the story. [foreshadowing: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Foreshadowing is more commonly used than adumbration in everyday language, especially in literature or creative writing.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between adumbration and foreshadowing?
Adumbration is typically associated with a formal or technical tone, while foreshadowing can be used in both formal and informal contexts, depending on the medium and purpose.
