augurize
verb
Pronunciation: /ˈɔːɡjʊəraɪz/
Definition
To predict or foretell a future event, especially by interpreting omens or signs.
Examples
The shaman would augurize the outcome of the hunt by studying the entrails of a sacrificed animal.
Some believe that seeing a black cat cross your path is a sign to augurize bad luck.
How to Use augurize
- augurize something (prepositional phrase)
- To predict a specific event or outcome. — "The astrologer tried to augurize the success of the mission."
- augurize well/badly for someone/something (prepositional phrase)
- To indicate a positive or negative future for someone or something. — "The early signs did not augurize well for the company's future."
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