adj
propitious
Propitious (adj) means Favorable; advantageous.
adj
1
Favorable; advantageous.
2
Characteristic of a good omen.
3
Favorably disposed towards someone.
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Etymology
From Anglo-Norman and Old French propicius, from Latin propitius (“favorable, well-disposed, kind”). Compare French propice, Portuguese propício and Spanish propicio.
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What is the meaning of propitious?
"propitious" (adj) means favorable; advantageous.
What are the different meanings of propitious?
"propitious" has 3 main meanings: 1. Favorable; advantageous; 2. Characteristic of a good omen; 3. Favorably disposed towards someone.