Cool MateMeaning of Favourable
making people have a good opinion of somebody/something
In simple words: Something that is good for someone or something; helpful.
Favourable in a sentence
- The weather conditions were favourable for the outdoor event.
- She received a favourable review from the critics for her latest performance.
- The company found itself in a favourable financial position after the merger.
- His favourable attitude towards change helped the team adapt quickly.
- Only those with favourable test results were allowed to proceed to the next stage.
How to use Favourable
Use 'favourable' in positive contexts, often in formal discussions like business or academic settings. Avoid using it in casual conversations.
Grammar pattern
favourable + to/for + noun
Memory hint
Think of 'favour' as giving a positive edge — 'favourable' adds 'able' to mean it's capable of helping.
Related words
Collocations with Favourable
Synonyms for Favourable
- advantageous
Opposites of Favourable
- unfavourable
- adverse
- disadvantageous
Common mistakes with Favourable
- Confused with 'favorite' which has a different meaning.
- Using it in a negative context, which is incorrect.
Favourable appears in
Favourable in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
مواتٍ, إيجابي
شيء جيد لشخص ما أو شيء ما؛ مفيد.
- Bengaliবাংলা
অনুকূল
কোনো ব্যক্তি বা বস্তুর জন্য ভালো বা সহায়ক।
- GermanDeutsch
Günstig, vorteilhaft
Etwas, das gut für jemanden oder etwas ist; hilfreich.
- SpanishEspañol
Favorable
Algo que es bueno para alguien o algo; útil.
- Persianفارسی
مطلوب
چیزی که برای کسی یا چیزی خوب است؛ مفید.
- FrenchFrançais
Favorable
Quelque chose qui est bon pour quelqu'un ou quelque chose ; utile.
- Hindiहिन्दी
अनुकूल
कुछ ऐसा जो किसी के लिए अच्छा हो; मददगार।
- ItalianItaliano
Favorevole
Qualcosa che fa bene a qualcuno o qualcosa; d'aiuto.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Favorável
Algo que é bom para alguém ou algo; útil.
- RussianРусский
Благоприятный, Положительный
Что-то хорошее для кого-то или чего-то; полезное.
- Urduاردو
سازگار, موافق, بہتر
ایسا کچھ جو کسی کے لیے اچھا ہو؛ مددگار۔
- Chinese中文
有利的, 好的
对某人或某事有好处的；有帮助的。
More words like Favourable
- AbolishC1
To formally put an end to a system, practice, or institution.
- AbortionC1
the deliberate ending of a pregnancy at an early stage
- AbsenceC1
the fact of somebody being away from a place where they are usually expected to be; the occasion or period of time when somebody is away
- AbsentC1
not in a place because of illness, etc.
- AbsorbB2
To take in a liquid, gas, or other substances.
- AbstractB2
based on general ideas and not on any particular real person, thing or situation
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Frequently asked questions about Favourable
What does Favourable mean?
Something that is good for someone or something; helpful.
What is the definition of Favourable?
making people have a good opinion of somebody/something
How do you use Favourable in a sentence?
The weather conditions were favourable for the outdoor event.
Can you give another example of Favourable?
She received a favourable review from the critics for her latest performance.
What are synonyms for Favourable?
Common alternatives include advantageous.
What is the opposite of Favourable?
Opposite meanings include unfavourable, adverse, disadvantageous.
What words go with Favourable?
It commonly pairs with be, look, seem, extremely, fairly, very, for, to, be, look, seem, extremely, fairly, very, for, to, be, look, seem, extremely, fairly, very, for, to, be, look, seem, extremely, fairly, very, for, to.
What are common mistakes when using Favourable?
Confused with 'favorite' which has a different meaning. Using it in a negative context, which is incorrect.
How do you pronounce Favourable?
US: /["/ˈfeɪvərəbl/"]/, UK: /["/ˈfeɪvərəbl/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
Is Favourable formal or informal?
"Favourable" is formal, so it fits professional, business, or academic conversations.
When should I use Favourable?
Use 'favourable' in positive contexts, often in formal discussions like business or academic settings. Avoid using it in casual conversations.
What CEFR level is Favourable?
"Favourable" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.