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auspicious (adjective)

Describes a situation or sign that suggests future success is highly likely or that circumstances are favorable. It is most frequently used to characterize the beginning of an endeavor or a specific event that promises a positive outcome.

💬 Example

"Finding a lucky charm on the first day of the journey felt like an auspicious sign to the travelers."

💡 Memory Tip

Think of 'Au'—the chemical symbol for Gold. Gold is a sign of wealth and success. So, 'AU-spicious' means a 'GOLD-en' si...

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🔗 Synonyms
promising favorable propitious encouraging hopeful
⚠️ Common Mistakes

Confusing it with 'suspicious'. → The start was auspicious (good), not suspicious (bad).

Using 'auspicious' for a finished success. → The project *had* an auspicious start (meaning the beginning was promising).

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