Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
auspex
noun
/ˈɔː.spɛks/
Definition
A person who interprets omens, especially by studying the behavior of birds.
Examples
- The auspex observed the flight patterns of the birds to determine the outcome of the battle.
- In ancient rituals, the auspex would interpret the signs provided by the avian creatures.
Meaning
The term ‘auspex’ comes from the Latin word for ‘bird watcher.’ In ancient Rome, an auspex would observe birds to gain insights and divine the future or make decisions.
Synonyms
- omen reader
- soothsayer
- diviner
