ScienceJuly 10, 2026
auspices
/ˈɔːspɪsɪz/
Definition
Support, guidance, or oversight provided by a person or organization in an official or authoritative capacity.
Etymology
Derived from the Latin word 'auspicium,' which meant 'divination by observing the flight of birds.' It evolved in English to denote the 'patronage' or 'favorable guidance' of an authority figure.
In the news
In the article, the term refers to the leadership or administrative control of an unqualified individual over the National Climate Assessment, suggesting that such oversight compromises the report's scientific integrity.
'Like Putting a Flat Earther in Charge of NASA': Trump Appoints Climate Denier to Key Climate Post
Read the full article ↗Common Dreams