/ˈprɒpɪtʃəs/ PRO-pitch-əs

Definitions

1. adjective

favorably disposed or inclined; having a favorable aspect or influence

“The propitious winds helped the sailors navigate through the storm.”

2. noun

an omen or sign that is considered to be a good or favorable indication of the future

“The discovery of the new water source was seen as a propitious sign for the town’s growth.”