Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
omen
noun
/ˈoʊ.mən/
Definition
An omen is a sign or event that is believed to predict the future, often indicating whether something good or bad will happen.
Examples
- The dark clouds were seen as an omen of the approaching storm.
- Many consider a black cat crossing your path to be an omen of bad luck.
- In various cultures, lightning is often viewed as an omen of change.
Meaning
Omen refers to an occurrence or phenomenon that is interpreted as a prophetic sign, often laden with symbolic significance.
Synonyms
- portent
- signal
- augury
- forewarning
- harbinger
