Favorably: meaning, definitions and examples

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favorably

 

[ หˆfeษชvษ™rษ™bli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

in a positive manner

Showing approval or preference for something in a positive way. Behaving in a way that is likely to result in a positive outcome. Reacting with kindness or support.

Synonyms

approvingly, positively, supportively.

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Word Description / Examples
favorably

Used when something is viewed or received in a positive light, often in comparisons or evaluations.

  • The proposal was received favorably by the committee.
  • She spoke favorably of the new restaurant in town.
positively

Used when something is definitely true, or to describe a very optimistic or confident attitude.

  • She spoke positively about the changes at work.
  • The test results were positively accurate.
approvingly

Used when expressing approval or acceptance, often in a personal or direct manner.

  • He nodded approvingly at her suggestion.
  • The coach looked at the team approvingly after the win.
supportively

Used when showing support, encouragement or assistance, often in a comforting or helpful manner.

  • The team worked supportively to achieve their goal.
  • He smiled supportively at his friend during the tough times.

Examples of usage

  • He spoke favorably of the new proposal.
  • She always treats her colleagues favorably.
  • The reviews for the movie were overwhelmingly favorable.
Context #2 | Adverb

in a way that is advantageous

In a manner that benefits someone or something. Producing a good result or effect. In a way that promotes success or progress.

Synonyms

advantageously, beneficially, profitably.

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Word Description / Examples
favorably

This is a duplicate of 'favorably'.

  • See context and examples for 'favorably'.
advantageously

Use when describing a situation or action that provides a specific benefit or advantage.

  • Investing in renewable energy can be done advantageously in todayโ€™s market.
  • She positioned herself advantageously to network with industry leaders.
beneficially

Use when describing something that has a positive impact or contributes to well-being.

  • Eating organic food has been shown to affect health beneficially.
  • The new educational program is structured to be beneficially impactful for students.
profitably

Use when describing an action or situation that results in financial gain or profit.

  • The company has been operating profitably for the last five years.
  • We need to find ways to run our business more profitably.

Examples of usage

  • The change in policy impacted the company favorably.
  • She negotiated the contract terms favorably for her client.
  • His skills were viewed favorably by the hiring committee.

Translations

Translations of the word "favorably" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น favoravelmente

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค…เคจเฅเค•เฅ‚เคฒ เคฐเฅ‚เคช เคธเฅ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช wohlwollend

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ dengan baik

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัะฟั€ะธัั‚ะปะธะฒะพ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ korzystnie

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅฅฝๆ„็š„ใซ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท favorablement

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ favorablemente

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท olumlu bir ลŸekilde

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํ˜ธ์˜์ ์œผ๋กœ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุจุดูƒู„ ุฅูŠุฌุงุจูŠ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ pล™รญznivฤ›

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ priaznivo

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆœ‰ๅˆฉๅœฐ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ ugodno

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ hagstรฆtt

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›ะพะปะฐะนะปั‹

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒกแƒแƒกแƒฃแƒ แƒ•แƒ”แƒšแƒแƒ“

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ mรผsbษ™t ลŸษ™kildษ™

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ favorablemente

Etymology

The word 'favorably' originated from the Middle English word 'favorable,' which came from the Old French word 'favorable,' based on the Latin word 'favorabilis,' from 'favor,' meaning 'goodwill' or 'approval.' The term has been used in English since the 14th century to indicate a positive or advantageous manner.

See also: disfavor, favor, favorable, favored, favoring, favorite, favoritism, unfavorability, unfavorable, unfavorableness, unfavorably, unfavored.

Word Frequency Rank

At #7,246 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.