Meaning of the word omen in English

What does omen mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

omen

US /ˈoʊ.mən/
UK /ˈəʊ.mən/

Noun

an event regarded as a portent of good or evil

Example:
The black cat crossing their path was seen as a bad omen.
The sudden calm before the storm was a strange omen.

Verb

be an omen of; portend

Example:
The dark clouds began to omen a coming storm.
His early success seemed to omen a brilliant career.