word
Augur
AW-gur
/ˈɔːɡɜːr/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
augur
Dictionary meaning
(ancient Rome) a religious official who interpreted omens to guide public policy.
Examples
- We augured our path so that we could find our way back.
- I augured the events years before.
Synonyms: auspex
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