auspice
/ˈɔːspɪs/
noun
- A sign or omen, especially one believed to foretell the future.
- They took the rainbow as a favorable auspice for their journey.
- The black cat crossing the path was considered a bad auspice.
- In ancient times, a thunderclap was seen as an auspice from the gods.
- Often used in plural 'auspices' meaning patronage, support, or guidance.
- She conducted her research under the auspices of the university.
- The charity event was held under the auspices of the local government.
- The treaty was signed under the auspices of the United Nations.