augur

Từ điển American Heritage Dictionary 4th

au·gur (ôʹgər)n.
1. One of a group of ancient Roman religious officials who foretold events by observing and interpreting signs and omens.
2. A seer or prophet; a soothsayer.v. au·gured, au·gur·ing, au·gursv. tr.
1. To predict, especially from signs or omens; foretell. See Synonyms at foretell.
2. To serve as an omen of; betoken:
trends that augur change in society.v. intr.
1. To make predictions from signs or omens.
2. To be a sign or omen:
A smooth dress rehearsal augured well for the play. [Middle English, from Latin. See aug- in Indo-European Roots.] auʹgu·ral (ôʹgyə-rəl) adj.