Upper-Intermediate (B2)
IPA: /prəˈpɪʃ.əs.nəs/
KK: /prəˈpɪʃəsnəs/
Definition
The quality of being favorable or likely to lead to success.
Example
The propitiousness of the weather made it a perfect day for a picnic.
Conversation

Have you ever thought about the propitiousness of starting a new project in spring?

Yeah, the fresh energy of spring definitely feels like a good time for new beginnings.

Exactly! It just seems like everything is aligned for success then.

Totally, I think the propitiousness of the season can really inspire us.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
favorability
auspiciousness
beneficence
Antonyms
unfavorability
inauspiciousness
harmfulness
Root Explanation
Propitiousness → It is formed from "propitius" (from Latin, meaning favorable or gracious) and the suffix "-ness" (meaning the state or quality of). The word "propitiousness" refers to the quality of being favorable or advantageous.
Memory Tip
Think of 'favorable' ('propitius') to remember that 'propitiousness' means the quality of being favorable.
Visually Confused Words
unpropitiousness
prodigiousness
repetitiousness
precipitousness
pituitousness
riotousness
pompousness
piteousness