Ominous – Suggesting that something unpleasant is likely to happen
(Pronounced ohm-i-nus)
To remember the definition of the word ominous, use the following mnemonic:
Oh, minus (ominous) on everything. This is going to be bad.
Examples of ominous in a sentence
The warning sounds of an ominous storm made us run for cover.
When I heard the front door slam, I took it as an ominous warning that my father was in a bad mood.
The broken window was an ominous sign someone had broken into our home.