auspice
Translation
auspice, patronage, sponsorship, omen
Examples
The event was held under the auspices of the council.
The event was held under the auspices of the council.
It was a project started under good auspices.
It was a project started under good auspices.
Grammar Patterns
under the auspices of ((sb./sth.)) with the help, support, or protection of (sb./sth.) The event was held under the auspices of the council.
Similar Words
Synonyms: patronage, sponsorship, backing, support
Etymology
From Latin 'auspicium' (divination by observing birds), from 'avis' (bird) + 'specere' (to look at).
Memory Tips
Think of ancient Romans looking at ('specere') birds ('avis') for signs. This evolved to mean getting a good 'sign' or support for something.