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Synonyms & Similar Words
bad sign
warning signal
threat
menace
portent
augury
foreboding
prediction
prophecy
indication
sign
signal
warning
omen
presage
forecast
harbinger
precursor
herald
bane
curse
evil eye
doom
gloom
dire prediction
unfavorable sign
inauspicious sign
unlucky sign
dark cloud
ill luck
misfortune
calamity
disaster
catastrophe
Meaning of Ill Omen
A sign or warning that something bad or unpleasant is going to happen.
Definitions
- A sign or indication of something bad or unpleasant that is going to happen
- * An event or situation that is believed to signify the approach of something bad or unpleasant
Etymology of Ill Omen
The term "ill omen" originates from the Latin words "malum" meaning bad or evil, and "omen" meaning sign or portent, with "ill" being an Old English and Germanic word for bad or evil, and has been used in English since the 15th century to describe a sign or warning of impending bad fortune or disaster.
Example Uses
- The dark clouds gathering on the horizon were an ill omen for the outdoor wedding.
- * The company's financial troubles were an ill omen for the employees who were worried about losing their jobs.
- * The broken mirror was considered an ill omen by the superstitious family.
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
good sign
lucky break
fortunate event
happy accident
favorable sign
auspicious sign
lucky charm
blessing
boon
godsend
stroke of luck
good fortune
prosperity
success
triumph
victory
good omen
promising sign
encouraging sign
heartening sign
uplifting sign
inspiring sign