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Ill-omened

usgb/ˌɪl ˈəʊmənd/Volume
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Negative Tone

The adjective carries a sense of warning or negativity about future events.

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The skies opened with an ill-omened roar before the cyclone.
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Cultural significance

Used in contexts where superstitions or fate are mentioned, respecting cultural beliefs about omens.

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The villagers took the black bird’s arrival as an ill-omened sign.
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Serious Usage

Best used in serious or dramatic situations, rather than everyday, casual conversations.

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The peace talks began under an ill-omened shadow of mistrust.
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