propitiousness
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Definition
- Noun:
- The favorable quality of strongly indicating a successful result: The state or condition of being favorable, auspicious, or conducive to success. It suggests a high probability of a positive outcome.
Usage
- Propitiousness is a formal noun used to describe a situation, circumstance, or sign that bodes well for the future. It is often used in contexts involving plans, ventures, or events where success is desired.
- It is typically used with verbs like , , , or .
- Common collocations include: , , .
Examples
- The clear skies and calm winds were taken as a sign of propitiousness for the voyage.
- The success of the launch depended greatly on the propitiousness of the economic climate.
- She waited for the propitiousness of the moment before asking for a promotion.
Advanced Usage
- "To augur propitiousness": To be a sign that predicts favorable conditions.
- The early sales figures augur propitiousness for the product's full release.
- "An aura of propitiousness": A surrounding atmosphere or feeling that suggests future success.
- An aura of propitiousness surrounded the new partnership from the beginning.
Variants and Related Words
- Propitious (adj): Presenting favorable circumstances; likely to result in or show signs of success.
- The propitious weather allowed the event to proceed.
- Auspiciousness (n): A very close synonym, meaning a sign of future success.
- Favorableness (n): The quality of being advantageous or helpful (a more general term).
Synonyms
- Auspiciousness: The condition of being conducive to success.
- Favorability: The quality of being advantageous.
- Promise: Grounds for expecting success or excellence.
Antonyms
- Inauspiciousness: The quality of being unfavorable or boding ill.
- Ominousness: The quality of giving the impression that something bad or unpleasant is going to happen.
- Unfavorableness: The quality of being disadvantageous.
Noun
- the favorable quality of strongly indicating a successful result