Synonyms: auspicious
Definition: auguring favorable circumstances and good luck
Usage: an auspicious beginning for the campaign
Similar words: promising, hopeful, bright
Definition: full or promise
Usage: had a bright future in publishing; the scandal threatened an abrupt end to a promising political career; a hopeful new singer on Broadway
Similar words: fortunate, rosy
Definition: presaging good fortune
Usage: she made a fortunate decision to go to medical school; rosy predictions