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Disfavored: meaning, definitions and examples

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disfavored

 

[ dɪsˈfeɪvərd ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

general usage

Disfavored refers to something that is not regarded favorably or is considered undesirable. It indicates a lack of approval or support from a group or individual. Often used in contexts such as social situations or competitive environments, it highlights a clear preference against something. The term can also embody feelings of rejection or exclusion.

Synonyms

disliked, shunned, unfavored, unpopular

Examples of usage

  • He felt disfavored in the group project.
  • The disfavored policy was quickly overturned.
  • Disfavored treatments are often overlooked in research.

Translations

Translations of the word "disfavored" in other languages:

🇵🇹 desfavorecido

🇮🇳 अप्रिय

🇩🇪 benachteiligt

🇮🇩 tidak disukai

🇺🇦 недолюблений

🇵🇱 niekorzystny

🇯🇵 不利な

🇫🇷 défavorisé

🇪🇸 desfavorecido

🇹🇷 dezavantajlı

🇰🇷 불리한

🇸🇦 غير مفضل

🇨🇿 nepříznivý

🇸🇰 nepriaznivý

🇨🇳 不受欢迎的

🇸🇮 neugoden

🇮🇸 óhagganlegur

🇰🇿 ұлттық емес

🇬🇪 არასასურველი

🇦🇿 üstünlük verilən deyil

🇲🇽 desfavorecido

Etymology

The term 'disfavored' is derived from the prefix 'dis-', which indicates negation or reversal, and the word 'favored', which comes from 'favor'. The word 'favor' has its roots in the Latin 'favorem', meaning 'goodwill' or 'kindness'. Over time, 'disfavored' developed in English to signify a state where something does not receive favor or support. The evolution of this term reflects broader social contexts where acceptance and approval are pivotal to individual or collective standing. It entered widespread use in English during the late Middle Ages, as social hierarchies became more defined and the consequences of favor and disfavor became more pronounced in both personal and political domains.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #32,816 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.