Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ominous
adjective
/ˈɑː.mɪ.nəs/
Definition
giving the impression that something bad or unpleasant is going to happen; threatening.
Examples
- The dark clouds had an ominous look, warning of an approaching storm.
- His ominous silence made everyone around him anxious.
- They heard an ominous warning from the old legend.
Meaning
The word ‘ominous’ indicates something that foreshadows potential danger or harm. It is often used to describe situations, signs, or events that create unease or fear of what is to come.
Synonyms
- threatening
- menacing
- foreboding
- sinister
- portentous
