auspicious
9 synonyms and 6 antonyms for auspicious, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Suggesting a good outcome; promising or favourable.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use auspicious
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
an auspicious start
auspicious occasion
auspicious sign
Etymology
From auspice, ultimately from Latin auspex ("bird-watcher, augur") — someone who predicted the future by observing birds.
Full origin of auspicious →Frequently asked questions
What does “auspicious” mean?
The word “auspicious” means suggesting a good outcome; promising or favourable. In plain terms, looking like a good sign for the future — favourable or promising.
How do you pronounce “auspicious”?
“Auspicious” is pronounced aw-SPIH-shuhs (/ɔˈspɪʃ.əs/ in IPA).
How do you use “auspicious” in a sentence?
Here is “auspicious” used in a sentence: “They chose an auspicious date for the wedding, according to the astrologer.”
What is another word for “auspicious”?
Words with a similar meaning to “auspicious” include auspicial, favorable, fortunate, fortuitous, lucky and propitious.
What is the opposite of “auspicious”?
The opposite of “auspicious” — its antonyms — are disastrous, ruinous, inauspicious, ominous and foreboding.
What part of speech is “auspicious”?
“Auspicious” is an adjective.
Where does the word “auspicious” come from?
The word “auspicious” comes from Latin. From auspice, ultimately from Latin auspex ("bird-watcher, augur") — someone who predicted the future by observing birds.
