Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
bad-omen
noun
/ˈbæd ˈoʊ.mən/
Definition
An event or sign that is interpreted as a warning of misfortune.
Examples
Seeing a black cat is often considered a bad omen in many cultures.
The sudden storm on their wedding day was seen as a bad omen for their marriage.
He took the shattered mirror as a bad omen for his upcoming test.
Meaning
A bad-omen is something that suggests that something negative or unfortunate may happen in the future.
Synonyms
- ill-fated sign
- foreboding
- bad sign
- malicious sign
