Auspices

Pronunciation: /ˈɔː.spɪ.sɪz/

Definitions of auspices

noun patronage or protection

Example Sentences

A1 Under the auspices of the school, the students organized a charity event.

A2 The project was completed successfully under the auspices of the local community.

B1 The conference was held under the auspices of a prestigious international organization.

B2 The research project received funding and support under the auspices of a government agency.

C1 The new cultural initiative was launched under the auspices of a renowned cultural institution.

C2 The peace talks were conducted under the auspices of the United Nations.

Examples of auspices in a Sentence

formal The event was organized under the auspices of the local government.

informal The project is being carried out with the auspices of the university.

slang We're going to the concert tonight under the auspices of my friend's older brother.

figurative The new business venture was launched under the auspices of a seasoned entrepreneur.

Grammatical Forms of auspices

• plural: auspices
• comparative: more auspicious
• superlative: most auspicious
• present tense: auspices
• future tense: will auspice
• perfect tense: has auspiced
• continuous tense: is auspicing
• singular: auspice
• positive degree: auspicious
• infinitive: to auspice
• gerund: auspicing
• participle: auspiced

Origin and Evolution of auspices

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'auspices' originated from Latin, derived from the word 'auspicium' which means divination by observing the flight of birds.

Evolution of the word: Originally used in the context of divination, 'auspices' evolved to also mean support, patronage, or guidance, especially in a favorable or protective sense.