Propitiously: meaning, definitions and examples

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propitiously

 

[ prษ™หˆpษชสƒษ™sli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

favorable circumstances

The word 'propitiously' means in a manner that is advantageous or favorable. It is often used to describe conditions or actions that are likely to lead to success or are marked by good fortune. This word conveys a sense of optimism and positive potential. In literature and formal contexts, it may appear when discussing events that align favorably with someone's intentions.

Synonyms

advantageously, auspiciously, beneficially, favorably

Examples of usage

  • The weather turned propitiously for the outdoor wedding.
  • He arrived propitiously just as the meeting began.
  • The investments returned propitiously, bringing in unexpected gains.

Translations

Translations of the word "propitiously" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น favoravelmente

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค•เคฒเฅเคฏเคพเคฃเค•เคพเคฐเฅ€

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช gรผnstig

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ menguntungkan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัะฟั€ะธัั‚ะปะธะฒะพ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ pomyล›lnie

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅฅฝๆ„็š„ใช

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท favorablement

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ propiciosamente

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท uygun bir ลŸekilde

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํ˜ธ์˜์ ์œผ๋กœ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุจุดูƒู„ ู…ู„ุงุฆู…

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ pล™รญznivฤ›

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ priaznivo

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆœ‰ๅˆฉๅœฐ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ ugodno

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ hagstรฆรฐur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัำ™ั‚ั‚ั–

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ‘แƒ”แƒ“แƒœแƒ˜แƒ”แƒ แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ xeyirli

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ propiciosamente

Etymology

The term 'propitiously' is derived from the adjective 'propitious,' which comes from the Latin word 'propitius' meaning 'favorable, gracious.' The root can be traced back to the proto-Indo-European term 'pro-' meaning 'for' and 'petere' meaning 'to seek.' This historical context reflects the idea of seeking favor or assistance. The usage of 'propitious' and its adverbial form 'propitiously' has been noted in English literature since the early 17th century, often conveying optimism regarding circumstances believed to be directed by fortune or destiny. Over time, the word maintained its association with favorable outcomes and has become a common term in both everyday language and more formal discourse.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #40,484, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.