noun
- patronage, support, or sponsorship, especially by an organization or authority
- a sign or omen, especially one indicating future success or failure
Usage: formal; often used in the phrase ‘under the auspices of’
Usage: archaic; literary
Examples
- The conference was held under the auspices of the United Nations.
- The research project received funding under the auspices of the National Science Foundation.
- The charity event was organized under the auspices of the local hospital.
- The peace talks were conducted under the auspices of international mediators.
- The cultural exchange program operates under the auspices of the embassy.
- The ancient Romans believed that birds flying in certain patterns were favorable auspices.
- The clear skies on their wedding day were seen as good auspices for their marriage.