inauspicious
5 synonyms and 1 antonym for inauspicious, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adjective — Suggesting that things will not go well; not a good sign.
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 inauspicious
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
inauspicious start
inauspicious beginning
Etymology
From in- plus auspicious.
Full origin of inauspicious →Frequently asked questions
What does “inauspicious” mean?
The word “inauspicious” means suggesting that things will not go well; not a good sign. In plain terms, not a good omen — suggests bad luck or a poor beginning.
How do you pronounce “inauspicious”?
“Inauspicious” is pronounced ih-naw-SPIH-shuhs (/ˌɪnɔːˈspɪʃəs/ in IPA).
How do you use “inauspicious” in a sentence?
Here is “inauspicious” used in a sentence: “The team's season got off to an inauspicious start with three straight losses.”
What part of speech is “inauspicious”?
“Inauspicious” is an adjective.
