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View usage for: (prəpɪʃəs) adjectiveIf something is propitious, it is likely to lead to success. [formal] They should wait for the most propitious moment between now and the next election. The omens for the game are still not propitious. More Synonyms of propitious propitious in British English (prəˈpɪʃəs) adjective1. favourable; auguring well 2. gracious or favourably inclined Derived forms propitiously (proˈpitiously) adverb propitiousness (proˈpitiousness) noun Word origin C15: from Latin propitius well disposed, from prope close to propitious in American English (proʊˈpɪʃəs; prəˈpɪʃəs) adjective1. favorably inclined or disposed; gracious the propitious gods 2. boding well; favorable; auspicious a propitious omen 3. that favors or furthers; advantageous propitious winds SIMILAR WORDS: ˈfavorable Derived forms propitiously (proˈpitiously) adverb propitiousness (proˈpitiousness) noun Word origin ME propicius < OFr < L propitius, favorable < pro-, before, forward + petere, to seek, desire, rush at: see feather Examples of 'propitious' in a sentencepropitious Definition likely to prove favourable the most propitious moment to launch the campaign Synonyms prosperous full of promise Synonyms well-disposed favourably inclined Additional synonymsShe was determined to prise what she could from an advantageous situation. Synonyms superior, dominating, commanding, dominant, important, powerful, favourable, fortuitous, win-win Definition showing the signs of future success His career had an auspicious start. Synonyms favourable, timely, happy, promising, encouraging, bright, lucky, hopeful, fortunate, prosperous, rosy, opportune (formal), propitious, felicitousa most benevolent employer Synonyms kind, good, kindly, understanding, caring, liberal, generous, obliging, sympathetic, humanitarian, charitable, benign, humane, compassionate, gracious, indulgent, amiable, amicable, lenient, cordial, considerate, affable, congenial, altruistic, philanthropic, bountiful, beneficent, well-disposed, kind-hearted, warm-hearted, bounteous, tender-hearted Nearby words ofpropitious - propitiate
- propitiation
- propitiatory
- propitious
- proponent
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Additional synonymsDefinition showing kindliness Critics of the scheme take a less benign view. Synonyms benevolent, kind, kindly, warm, liberal, friendly, generous, obliging, sympathetic, favourable, compassionate, gracious, amiable, genial, affable, complaisantDefinition full of promise Both had successful careers and the future looked bright. Synonyms promising, good, encouraging, excellent, golden, optimistic, hopeful, favourable, prosperous, rosy, auspicious, propitious, palmyThe results have not been very encouraging. Synonyms promising, good, bright, comforting, cheering, stimulating, reassuring, hopeful, satisfactory, cheerful, favourable, rosy, heartening, auspicious, propitiousDefinition occurring by good luck It was fortunate that the water was shallow. Synonyms providential, auspicious, fortuitous, felicitous, timely, promising, encouraging, helpful, profitable, convenient, favourable, advantageous, expedient, opportune (formal), propitiousDefinition showing or expressing liking, goodwill, or trust He has been friendly to me. Synonyms amiable, kind, kindly, welcoming, warm, neighbourly, thick (informal), attached, pally (informal), helpful, sympathetic, fond, outgoing, comradely, confiding, affectionate, receptive, benevolent, attentive, sociable, genial, affable, fraternal, good, close, on good terms, chummy (informal), peaceable, companionable, clubby, well-disposed, buddy-buddy (slang, US, Canadian), palsy-walsy (informal), matey or maty (British, informal), on visiting terms Definition showing kindness and courtesy He is always a gracious host. Synonyms courteous, polite, civil, accommodating, kind, kindly, pleasing, friendly, obliging, amiable, cordial, hospitable, courtly, chivalrous, well-manneredDefinition considerate, friendly, and helpful He was a very kind man, full of common sense. Synonyms considerate, good, loving, kindly, understanding, concerned, friendly, neighbourly, gentle, generous, mild, obliging, sympathetic, charitable, thoughtful, benign, humane, affectionate, compassionate, clement, gracious, indulgent, benevolent, attentive, amiable, courteous, amicable, lenient, cordial, congenial, philanthropic, unselfish, propitious, beneficent, kind-hearted, bounteous, tender-hearted Definition happening by chance, esp. as desired They are now desperate for a lucky break. Synonyms fortuitous, timely, fortunate, auspicious, opportune (formal), propitious, providential, adventitiousDefinition (of time) suitable for a particular purpose I have arrived at a very opportune moment. Synonyms timely, fitting, fit, welcome, lucky, appropriate, suitable, happy, proper, convenient, fortunate, favourable, apt, advantageous, auspicious, fortuitous, well-timed, propitious, heaven-sent, felicitous, providential, seasonable, falling into your lap Definition likely to succeed or turn out well a new and promising stage in the negotiations Synonyms encouraging, likely, bright, reassuring, hopeful, favourable, rosy, auspicious, propitious, full of promise Additional synonymsSynonyms favourable, timely, good, promising, bright, profitable, advantageous, auspicious, propitiousDefinition hopeful or promising Is the future really so rosy? Synonyms promising, encouraging, bright, reassuring, optimistic, hopeful, sunny, cheerful, favourable, auspicious, rose-coloured, roseateDefinition at the right or an appropriate time These outbreaks are a timely reminder that the disease persists. Synonyms opportune (formal), appropriate, well-timed, prompt, suitable, convenient, at the right time, judicious, punctual, propitious, seasonable |