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Meaning of ominous
giving the impression that something bad or unpleasant is going to happen
Etymology of ominous
The word "ominous" has its roots in Latin, derived from "ominosus," meaning "of or pertaining to omens," and the noun "omen," which refers to a sign or warning, especially of something bad or unpleasant
The word has been used in English since the 15th century to describe something that foretells a bad or unpleasant event
Synonyms
foreboding
menacing
threatening
sinister
dire
gloomy
dark
direful
ill-omened
unpromising
unfavorable
inauspicious
ominous
portentous
augural
fateful
calamitous
disastrous
catastrophic
dreadful
fearful
awesome
awful
terrible
horrific
ghastly
grim
gruesome
macabre
mournful
somber
sorrowful
dismal
depressing
discouraging
disheartening
demoralizing
alarming
disturbing
unsettling
unnerving
frightening
intimidating
forewarning
cautionary
warning
admonitory
monitory
Definitions
- Giving the impression that something bad or unpleasant is going to happen
- * Giving a sign or warning of something, especially something bad or unpleasant
Usage Examples
- The dark and stormy night created an ominous atmosphere
- * The company's financial reports were ominous, indicating a significant decline in profits
- * The doctor's expression was ominous as she delivered the diagnosis
Antonyms
reassuring
comforting
encouraging
heartening
uplifting
promising
favorable
auspicious
propitious
benign
harmless
innocuous
innocent
neutral
calm
peaceful
serene
tranquil
soothing
pleasant
delightful
cheerful
optimistic
hopeful
positive