Word: OMEN
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Definition of OMEN
- Something which portends or is perceived to portend either a good or evil event or circumstance in the future, or which causes a foreboding; a portent or augury.
"a rise in imports might be an omen of economic recovery"
- A thing of prophetic significance.
"a sign of ill omen"
- To be an omen of.
- To divine or predict from omens.
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
Like many English words, its origin likely blends multiple historical linguistic influences, though exact etymology is undetermined.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "Linguists often study the historical evolution of "omen" in early literature."
- โข "In professional circles, using the word "omen" conveys a high level of precision."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
This word is a perfect "isogram" (or non-pattern word), meaning it contains no repeating letters. It is highly valued for rack flexibility!
๐ฏ Scrabble Board Placement & Usage Tips
Try to save this word for placing next to open vowels to trigger parallel intersections and score double points.
Dictionary Validity
| Dictionary Lexicon | Status | Base Value |
|---|---|---|
| TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) | โ Valid | 6 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 6 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 8 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is OMEN a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is OMEN worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in OMEN? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing OMEN:
- # the omen effect
- # master of omen
- # playing with omen
- # in terms of omen
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