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augura person who interprets omens or predicts the future

Part of speech: NOUN

Definition: a person who interprets omens or predicts the future

Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈɔː.ɡɚ/

Korean meaning: 점쟁이, 예언자

Korean pronunciation: **오**거

Example Sentences

  • The CEO's nervous laughter didn't augur well for the company's quarterly results.
  • My cat hiding under the bed usually augurs a visit from my mother-in-law.
  • The sunny weather augurs a perfect day for the outdoor wedding.

augur

NOUN

//ˈɔː.ɡɚ//

a person who interprets omens or predicts the future

augur concept
💡 Concept

a wise augur in flowing robes examines the flight patterns of birds overhead while holding an ornate staff. She points dramatically toward the sky as several dark ravens circle in specific formations above the temple. The augur's eyes follow the birds intently as she interprets their movements and calls. A group of worried villagers watches anxiously as she prepares to deliver her prophecy about their upcoming harvest. Two young apprentices take notes on scrolls while the augur gestures toward different omens in nature. Smoke from the sacred fires swirls in mysterious patterns that the augur also studies carefully. a person who interprets omens and predicts the future

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🎤Pronunciation

🇺🇸 US/ˈɔː.ɡɚ/
🇬🇧 UK/ˈɔː.ɡə/

🌳Etymology

Rootaugur

Origin

From Latin 'augur', referring to ancient Roman priests who interpreted the will of the gods by observing the flight patterns and sounds of birds. These religious officials were consulted before major state decisions.

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🎵Rhyme

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📝Examples

😄 Fun example

The CEO's nervous laughter didn't augur well for the company's quarterly results.

😄 Fun example

My cat hiding under the bed usually augurs a visit from my mother-in-law.

The sunny weather augurs a perfect day for the outdoor wedding.

Her excellent test scores augur admission to a top university.

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📚Related Words

Synonyms

predictforetellportendpresageherald

Antonyms

concealhide

Related

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