Disfavour (Verb)
Meaning
Put at a disadvantage; hinder, harm; "This rule clearly disadvantages me".
Classification
Verbs of political and social activities and events.
Examples
- The new tax laws will clearly disfavour small businesses by increasing their operating costs.
- Raising interest rates will disfavour first-time homebuyers and deter them from entering the market.
- Her lack of access to quality education will inevitably disfavour her chances of securing a good job.
- The limited availability of public transportation in rural areas disfavours people who cannot afford to own a car.
- The outdated software disfavours the company's ability to compete with more technologically advanced rivals.