auspicious

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/ɔːˈspɪʃəs/
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A formal adjective for something favorable, promising, or considered a lucky sign.

Examples

  • The clear weather seemed auspicious for the launch.
  • It was an auspicious moment to announce the partnership.
  • Red is often treated as an auspicious color in celebrations.
  • Her first speech was an auspicious sign for the campaign.
  • The team made an auspicious start to the season.

Similar words

fortunate
positive
blessed
favorable
encouraging
promising
propitious
favorable
hopeful
lucky

Meanings

Promising or favorable

adjective
everyday
formal
Showing good signs for future success, luck, or a favorable result.

Examples

  • The project had an auspicious beginning.
  • Her first speech was an auspicious sign for the campaign.
  • The team made an auspicious start to the season.
  • The clear weather seemed auspicious for the launch.
  • It was an auspicious moment to announce the partnership.

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Lucky by omen or tradition

adjective
everyday
formal
Considered lucky or favorable because of an omen, tradition, religious meaning, date, number, or symbol.

Examples

  • They chose an auspicious date for the wedding.
  • In some traditions, certain numbers are considered auspicious.
  • The bird's arrival was read as an auspicious omen.
  • The festival begins at an auspicious hour.
  • Red is often treated as an auspicious color in celebrations.

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Etymology

From Latin auspicium, the observation of birds to interpret divine will, through auspex, a watcher of birds. This is why the word keeps a link with favorable signs and omens.

FAQ

What does auspicious mean?

It means favorable, promising, or considered lucky.

Is auspicious formal?

Yes. It is more formal than lucky or promising.

What is an auspicious date?

It is a date considered lucky or favorable for an important event.

Is auspicious the same as suspicious?

No. Auspicious means favorable. Suspicious means causing suspicion.

Does auspicious guarantee success?

No. It suggests good signs or favorable conditions, not certainty.

What is the opposite of auspicious?

The main opposite is inauspicious. Other opposites include unfavorable, unlucky, and ominous.

How do you use auspicious in a sentence?

For example: The project had an auspicious beginning.

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