auspiciously
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Definition
Adverb 1. In a manner suggesting future success or good fortune; propitiously, favorably. Indicates that an action or event begins or proceeds under positive, promising, or fortunate circumstances.
Usage
The adverb "auspiciously" is used to describe how an action is performed or how an event unfolds, emphasizing the presence of favorable signs or conditions for a positive outcome. It often modifies verbs related to beginnings, such as "start," "begin," or "commence."
Examples
- The peace talks began auspiciously, with both sides agreeing to the initial terms.
- Her career as an author started auspiciously when her first novel won a major prize.
- The day dawned bright and clear, auspiciously for our outdoor wedding.
Advanced Usage
- "to augur auspiciously": To be a sign or omen of good things to come.
- The strong economic indicators augur auspiciously for the coming quarter.
- "to bode auspiciously": To promise or indicate a favorable future.
- The team's early victories bode auspiciously for the rest of the season.
Variants and Related Words
- Auspicious (adjective): Showing or suggesting that future success is likely; favorable.
- An auspicious start to the project.
- Inauspiciously (adverb): In a manner suggesting future failure or bad luck; unfavorably. (Antonym)
- The venture began inauspiciously with a major technical failure.
Synonyms
- Favorably
- Propitiously
- Promisingly
- Hopefully
- Fortuitously
Antonyms
- Inauspiciously
- Unfavorably
- Ominously
Adverb
- in an auspicious manner
- he started his new job auspiciously on his birthday