favourable

CEFRC1

/ˈfeɪv(ə)ɹəbəl/

adjective

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In plain English

  1. 01

    adjective

    Showing approval or likely to produce a good result.

  2. 02

    adjective

    Extra detail

    Expressing or indicating favour or goodwill; approving, encouraging.

Examples

  • She made a favourable impression on his parents.

  • The boy more than justified the favourable opinion they had formed of him.

At a glance

Sits at C1 on the CEFR scale

Senses
5
Parts of speech
1
Citations
3
Synonyms
5

Deep Dive

adjective

Extra meanings

  1. Useful or helpful.

  2. Apt to win favour; pleasing.

  3. Convenient or at a suitable time; opportune.

More examples

In context

  • The film received favourable criticism.

  • The candidate wearing the business suit made a favourable impression.

  • The proposal has received many favourable comments.

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Origin

adjective

From Middle English favourable, from Old French favorable, from Latin favōrābilis, from favor. By surface analysis, favour + -able.