ominous
3 antonyms and opposites of ominous, grouped by meaning.
Adj — Suggesting that something bad is about to happen; threatening or foreboding.
Antonyms
How to use ominous
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Latin ominosus, "full of foreboding," from omen.
Full origin of ominous →Frequently asked questions
What does “ominous” mean?
The word “ominous” means suggesting that something bad is about to happen; threatening or foreboding. In plain terms, giving a sense that something bad is coming.
How do you pronounce “ominous”?
“Ominous” is pronounced O-mih-nuhs (/ˈɑmɪnəs/ in IPA).
How do you use “ominous” in a sentence?
Here is “ominous” used in a sentence: “Dark clouds gathered in an ominous sky before the storm.”
What is another word for “ominous”?
Words with a similar meaning to “ominous” include augurous, baleful, bodeful, boding, dire and disastrous.
What is the opposite of “ominous”?
The opposite of “ominous” — its antonyms — are auspicious, omenless and unomened.
What part of speech is “ominous”?
“Ominous” is an adjective.
Where does the word “ominous” come from?
The word “ominous” comes from Latin. From Latin ominosus, "full of foreboding," from omen.
Is “ominous” a common word?
“Ominous” is an uncommon word in modern English.