Unpropitiously (Adverb)
Meaning
In an inauspicious manner; "he started his new job inauspiciously on Friday the 13th".
Examples
- The launch of the new product began unpropitiously when the CEO accidentally knocked over the ceremonial champagne bottle.
- The team's road trip to the championship game got off unpropitiously due to a vehicle breakdown just outside of town.
- Her new restaurant opened unpropitiously on the same day as a severe food safety inspection, causing immediate concerns.
- The couple's first date ended unpropitiously at the dinner table, with a spilled glass of red wine and an overcooked main course.
- Their wedding day started unpropitiously with torrential rain and a missing wedding cake, threatening to dampen the mood of the guests.