Ill-omened
/ˌɪl ˈəʊmənd/
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Negative Tone
The adjective carries a sense of warning or negativity about future events. 
The skies opened with an ill-omened roar before the cyclone.
Pro Tip 2/3Cultural significance
Used in contexts where superstitions or fate are mentioned, respecting cultural beliefs about omens. 
The villagers took the black bird’s arrival as an ill-omened sign.
Pro Tip 3/3Serious Usage
Best used in serious or dramatic situations, rather than everyday, casual conversations. 
The peace talks began under an ill-omened shadow of mistrust.
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AuspiciousCurseForebodingLuckyOminousPortentous
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