augurous

/ɔːˈɡɒrəs/

Definitions

1. adjective

presaging or indicating an impending and ominous event or situation

“The augurous atmosphere of the abandoned mansion sent shivers down my spine.”

2. noun

an omen or sign indicating an impending and ominous event or situation

“The strange noise was considered an augurous sign of something going terribly wrong.”

Synonyms

  • inauspicious
  • ominous

Antonyms

  • auspicious
  • favorable