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This definition of OMINOUS comes with illustrated sentence examples. These make vocabulary learning more accessible, memorable, and engaging. They also contribute to a deeper understanding of how the word is used in context. Seeing a word in action helps learners to understand nuances and connotations that a simple definition may not convey.
➡️This video explains the word ominous, which has the definition: threatening, menacing, giving the impression that something bad is going to happen. The clipart on the definition page shows a dark cloud. This is a typical context where the word is used. An ominous cloud gives an early warning that a storm is approaching or bad weather.

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⏱ Video chapters:

0:00 The Definition of OMINOUS
0:31 3 Illustrated examples
2:18 Synonyms and common collocations
3:04 Improve Your Vocabulary

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🖼 Image Credits:

Image Credits

Slide 3 – ominous clouds
Royalty Free
https://pikwizard.com/photo/silhouett...

Slide 4 – air raid shelter
Public Domain
https://www.worldhistory.org/image/19...
flying bomb
Public Domain
https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/w3cs...

Slide 6 – protester
Fair Use
https://www.discourse.net/2009/09/una...


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