haruspical

/hærˈəpsɪkəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characteristic of a haruspex, or an interpreter of omens from entrails, especially a priest of ancient Rome.

“The haruspical practices of the ancient civilization have been extensively studied by archaeologists.”

2. noun

a person skilled in the art of interpreting omens from entrails, especially a priest of ancient Rome.

“The haruspical expert carefully examined the entrails to predict the future.”

Synonyms

  • augural
  • august
  • ominous
  • portentous

Antonyms

  • auspicious
  • favorable
  • propitious