Under the auspices of somebody/something
phrase
With the help, support, or protection of someone or something.
The charity event was held under the auspices of the local government.

Often appears as...
- under the auspices of the government
- under the auspices of the organization
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Formal
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Under the guidance or auspice of an individual or organization.
The research was carried out under the auspices of the health department.

Often appears as...
- under the auspices of the department
- under the auspices of the institute
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Academic
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Under the influence or control of an individual, group or organization.
The sports event is taking place under the auspices of the national sports federation.

Often appears as...
- under the auspices of the federation
- under the auspices of the council
Usage tips
Formal
phrase
With the help, support, or protection of someone or something.
The charity event was held under the auspices of the local government.

Often appears as...
- under the auspices of the government
- under the auspices of the organization
Usage tips
Formal
phrase
Under the guidance or auspice of an individual or organization.
The research was carried out under the auspices of the health department.

Often appears as...
- under the auspices of the department
- under the auspices of the institute
Usage tips
Academic
phrase
Under the influence or control of an individual, group or organization.
The sports event is taking place under the auspices of the national sports federation.

Often appears as...
- under the auspices of the federation
- under the auspices of the council
Usage tips
Formal
Definition 1 of 3

Endorsement Implication
Indicates that a respected organization endorses or approves the activity.

The medical seminar, under the auspices of the renowned hospital, attracted many experts.
Imparts Credibility
The phrase often lends credibility or legitimacy to an event or program.

The art exhibition held under the auspices of the city's cultural department was highly esteemed.
Patronage Connotation
Suggests that an initiative receives financial or private support as a form of patronage.

The orphanage operated under the auspices of philanthropic donors.
Endorsement Implication
Indicates that a respected organization endorses or approves the activity.

The medical seminar, under the auspices of the renowned hospital, attracted many experts.
Imparts Credibility
The phrase often lends credibility or legitimacy to an event or program.

The art exhibition held under the auspices of the city's cultural department was highly esteemed.
Patronage Connotation
Suggests that an initiative receives financial or private support as a form of patronage.

The orphanage operated under the auspices of philanthropic donors.
Endorsement Implication
Indicates that a respected organization endorses or approves the activity.

The medical seminar, under the auspices of the renowned hospital, attracted many experts.
Imparts Credibility
The phrase often lends credibility or legitimacy to an event or program.

The art exhibition held under the auspices of the city's cultural department was highly esteemed.
Patronage Connotation
Suggests that an initiative receives financial or private support as a form of patronage.

The orphanage operated under the auspices of philanthropic donors.
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