noun
- the quality or state of being favorable, auspicious, or likely to bring good fortune
Usage: formal; often used in literary or ceremonial contexts
Examples
- The propitiousness of the weather made it an ideal day for the outdoor wedding.
- Ancient Romans consulted augurs to determine the propitiousness of a military campaign.
- The propitiousness of the market conditions encouraged investors to move forward with their plans.
- She believed in the propitiousness of beginning new ventures on a full moon.
- The propitiousness of the moment was not lost on the negotiators as they reached their agreement.
- Many cultures have rituals designed to ensure the propitiousness of important life events.