Favourable (Adjective)

Meaning ¹

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.

Examples

• The company received a favourable review from the industry experts, which boosted their reputation.
• Her favourable attitude towards her colleagues made her a popular team leader.
• The new policy has been met with favourable reactions from the community, who see it as a step in the right direction.
• The favourable weather conditions made it an ideal day for the outdoor festival.
• The favourable feedback from the beta testers gave the developers the confidence to launch the new app.

Synonyms

• Favorable

Related Words

• Favourableness (noun)

Meaning ²

Giving an advantage; "a contract advantageous to our country"; "socially advantageous to entertain often".

Classification

All adjective clusters.

Examples

• The new tax laws are favourable to small businesses, allowing them to keep more of their profits.
• The company's location near the port is favourable to its shipping operations, reducing transportation costs.
• The weather forecast is favourable for the outdoor wedding, with clear skies and mild temperatures expected.
• The new policy is favourable to students, offering more flexible payment plans and scholarships.
• The country's geographical location is favourable to tourism, with its beautiful beaches and rich cultural heritage.

Synonyms

• Advantageous
• Favorable

Related Words

• Favourableness (noun)

Meaning ³

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

Classification

All adjective clusters.

Examples

• The favourable winds allowed the sailors to reach their destination ahead of schedule.
• The warm and sunny weather created a favourable climate for the crops to grow.
• The favourable currents in the ocean made it easier for the swimmers to complete the marathon.
• The favourable winds blowing from the east helped to disperse the seeds of the plant.
• The favourable weather conditions made it an ideal day for the hot air balloon ride.

Synonyms

• Favorable

Related Words

• Favourableness (noun)

Meaning ⁴

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".

Classification

All adjective clusters.

Synonyms

• Favorable
• Lucky
• Prosperous
• Golden

Related Words

• Favourableness (noun)