Bespeak (verb)

1. To indicate or show beforehand; betoken.
2. To make a request or reservation for (something, such as a room or a seat) in advance.
3. To be a sign of; indicate.

Origin:

Middle english bespeken, from old english besprecan; akin to old high german bisprahhan to speak.

Examples:

1. The dark clouds bespeak an approaching storm.
2. I would like to bespeak a room for tonight.
3. His smile bespeaks his pleasure.
4. The empty seats in the theater bespeak a lack of interest in the play.
5. His behavior bespeaks a lack of respect for the law.