ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Auspice

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˈɔːspɪs/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Auspice is a noun meaning An omen or a sign.

Meaning

An omen or a sign.

More Meanings

  1. (transitive) To be patron of; to sponsor.
  2. (chiefly in the plural) Patronage or protection.
  3. (obsolete) Divination from the actions of birds.

Example Sentences

The circle of vultures was not a good auspice.
The music festival was auspiced by a popular radio station.
This building was built under the auspices of the Friends of the Poor.

Word Forms

Synonyms for auspice

Depending on context, synonyms include aegis.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include protection, aegis, sponsorship, authority, responsibility, intermediate.

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