Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Augur.
How to pronounce augur:
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Augur - as a noun
(ancient rome) a religious official who interpreted omens to guide public policy
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
auspex15Augur - as a verb
Indicate, as with a sign or an omen
Example: "These signs bode bad news"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
auspicate13betoken13bode7forecast13foreshadow20foretell11omen6portend10predict12prefigure15presage10prognosticate18Hypernyms (Closely Related)
bespeak15betoken13indicate11point7signal7Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Predict from an omen
Example Sentences
"The ancient Romans believed that augurs could predict the future by interpreting the flight patterns of birds."
"The augur interpreted the lightning strike as a sign of impending doom."
"According to the augur, the alignment of the stars indicated a prosperous year ahead."
"The augur's predictions were rarely accurate, much to the skepticism of the people."
"In ancient Greece, an augur was considered a religious authority responsible for interpreting the will of the gods."
Word Game Points
Is AUGUR a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, augur is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
AUGUR has a SCRABBLE points total of 6.
Is AUGUR a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, augur is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordAUGUR has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 9.
Is AUGUR a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, augur is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordAUGUR has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.
