(ˈ)ȯ|spishəs adjective
also aus·pi·cial -shəl
Etymology: Latin auspici um + English -ous or -al
1. : affording an especially favorable auspice : favoring or conducive to success : propitious
an auspicious beginning
2. : attended by good auspices : fortunate , prosperous
3. archaic : kindly disposed
Synonyms: see favorable