Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ominous cloud
noun
/ˈɒmɪnəs klaʊd/
Definition
A dark cloud that suggests something bad or unpleasant is going to happen.
Examples
- The sky was filled with ominous clouds, making everyone rush to find shelter.
- As the ominous cloud rolled in, the villagers knew a powerful storm was on its way.
- He felt a chill in the air as he glanced up at the ominous cloud hanging over the mountains.
Meaning
An ominous cloud often signals an impending storm or trouble ahead. It evokes a sense of foreboding or worry about the future.
Synonyms
- menacing cloud
- foreboding cloud
- threatening cloud
