Favoring: meaning, definitions and examples

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favoring

 

[ ˈfeɪvərɪŋ ]

Verb / Noun
Context #1 | Verb

influence

Supporting or preferring one particular person, group, or thing over others.

Synonyms

advocating for, preferring, supporting

Examples of usage

  • The teacher was accused of favoring certain students over others.
  • The judge was criticized for favoring the prosecution in the trial.
Context #2 | Verb

approve

Showing approval or preference for something.

Synonyms

approving, endorsing, supporting

Examples of usage

  • The committee is favoring the new policy proposal.
  • The audience seemed to be favoring the idea of a sequel to the movie.
Context #3 | Noun

preference

A kind or helpful act beyond what is due or usual.

Synonyms

act of kindness, good deed, kindness

Examples of usage

  • She did me a great favor by giving me a ride to the airport.
  • Can you do me a favor and pick up my mail while I'm away?

Translations

Translations of the word "favoring" in other languages:

🇵🇹 favorecendo

🇮🇳 पक्षपाती

🇩🇪 begünstigend

🇮🇩 mendukung

🇺🇦 сприяючи

🇵🇱 faworyzowanie

🇯🇵 支持すること

🇫🇷 favorisant

🇪🇸 favoreciendo

🇹🇷 desteklemek

🇰🇷 선호하는

🇸🇦 تفضيل

🇨🇿 upřednostňování

🇸🇰 uprednostňovanie

🇨🇳 偏爱

🇸🇮 podpiranje

🇮🇸 hygginn

🇰🇿 қолдау

🇬🇪 მოსწრება

🇦🇿 tərəfdar olmaq

🇲🇽 favoreciendo

Etymology

The word 'favoring' originates from the Old French word 'favor', meaning 'good will, partiality'. It is derived from the Latin word 'favor', which means 'kindness, goodwill, support'. The concept of favoring has been present throughout history, with individuals and groups showing preference or support towards certain entities. The act of favoring can have significant impacts on various aspects of society, influencing decisions, relationships, and outcomes.

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

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #10,738, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.