Astrology. Denoting the ‘aspect’ of two heavenly bodies which are a third part of the zodiac, i.e. 120°, distant from each other. Also, Connected…

Likely to lead to a desired result; promising success, propitious; helpful, favourable, advantageous; seasonable, befitting. (Cf. toward, adj. 4b.)

Of a time in a person's life, period in history, etc.: characterized by happiness, goodness, prosperity, etc.

Of good omen, auspicious; expected to produce a favourable result. Obsolete.

Of omens: Seen or heard on the right side; hence, auspicious, favourable, propitious. Obsolete.

figurative. Of an event, circumstance, etc.: that brings happiness, enjoyable, bright; (also) promising good fortune or happiness, hopeful…

Of omens: Auspicious, favourable. Obsolete.

Offering the prospect of success or good fortune; promising, boding well; (of an omen, etc.) propitious. Cf. to be in a fair way to (do something)…

Of things: Favourable, propitious: the opposite of untoward. rare.