Propitious

Pronunciation: /prəˈpɪʃəs/

Definitions of propitious

adjective showing or indicating a good chance of success; favorable

Example Sentences

A1 The weather forecast looks propitious for our picnic.

A2 The propitious timing of the meeting allowed for a successful outcome.

B1 The propitious economic conditions led to an increase in business opportunities.

B2 The propitious start to the project set a positive tone for the rest of the work.

C1 The propitious alignment of factors contributed to the company's overall success.

C2 Her propitious decision-making skills have earned her a reputation for being a strategic leader.

Examples of propitious in a Sentence

formal The propitious weather conditions allowed for a successful harvest this year.

informal The propitious timing of the sale meant we got a good deal on the house.

slang The propitious vibes at the party made it a night to remember.

figurative The propitious turn of events led to a positive outcome for the project.

Grammatical Forms of propitious

• past tense: propitiated
• plural: propitious
• comparative: more propitious
• superlative: most propitious
• present tense: propitiate
• future tense: will propitiate
• perfect tense: has propitiated
• continuous tense: is propitiating
• singular: propitious
• positive degree: propitious
• infinitive: to propitiate
• gerund: propitiating
• participle: propitiated

Origin and Evolution of propitious

First Known Use: 0015 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'propitious' originated from the Latin word 'propitius', meaning favorable or gracious.

Evolution of the word: Over time, 'propitious' has retained its meaning of being favorable or showing goodwill, often used in the context of something being conducive to success or well-being.