Question

-ous characterized by
based on these word parts, what is the correct definition of ominous?
threatening, foreboding
yearning, longing
unhappy, wretched
stormy, dark

Explanation:

To determine the definition of "ominous", we analyze the word part "-ous" which means "characterized by". The root "omin-" is related to omens, which are signs of future events, often negative. "Threatening, foreboding" matches the idea of something giving a sign of a negative future. "Yearning, longing" is about desire, "unhappy, wretched" is about mood, and "stormy, dark" is about weather or appearance—none fit as well as the first option.

Answer:

A. threatening, foreboding