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Favorable (Adjective)

Meaning¹

Encouraging or approving or pleasing; "a favorable reply"; "he received a favorable rating"; "listened with a favorable ear"; "made a favorable impression".

Classification

All adjective clusters.

Meaning²

(of winds or weather) tending to promote or facilitate; "the days were fair and the winds were favorable".

Classification

All adjective clusters.

Examples

The sailors set sail with favorable winds that sped them on their journey across the ocean.
The warm and sunny weather provided favorable conditions for the crops to grow and thrive.
The team was able to complete the project ahead of schedule thanks to favorable circumstances.
The hikers were grateful for the favorable weather that allowed them to reach the summit safely.
The favorable currents helped the swimmers to swim faster and conserve their energy.

Synonyms

Favourable

Antonyms

Unfavorable

Related Words

Favorableness (noun)

Meaning³

Presaging or likely to bring good luck or a good outcome; "a favorable time to ask for a raise"; "lucky stars"; "a prosperous moment to make a decision".