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ominous | ominously | ominousness
the sense that something bad is going to happen
- How to Memorize
- ominous - threatening
- Analysis
The word ‘ominous’ implies something alarming or threatening that may foreshadow evil or disaster. It is always used in a negative context as it relates to something to be feared or worried about. In a social context, it is most commonly used in relation to an atmosphere or the weather.
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Our CEO issued an ominous warning to staff that if losses continue, drastic action would need to be taken.
The director used sound and lighting effects to build a sense of ominousness as the movie progressed.
There are ominous dark clouds overhead. I think it’s going to rain heavily any minute now.
