Favourable: meaning, definitions and examples
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favourable
[ ˈfeɪvərəbəl ]
weather
Expressing approval or agreement. Giving or indicating a good chance of success; beneficial.
Synonyms
advantageous, positive, promising
Examples of usage
- The weather forecast is favourable for our outdoor picnic.
- The favourable conditions are perfect for a day at the beach.
opinion
Favorably disposed towards someone or something. Expressing preference.
Synonyms
approving, favoring, supportive
Examples of usage
- She has a favourable opinion of the new restaurant.
- The committee gave a favourable review of the proposal.
outcome
Resulting in good or favorable consequences.
Synonyms
advantageous, beneficial, profitable
Examples of usage
- Her decision to invest in the company proved to be favourable.
- The outcome of the negotiations was favourable for both parties.
Translations
Translations of the word "favourable" in other languages:
🇵🇹 favorável
🇮🇳 अनुकूल
🇩🇪 günstig
🇮🇩 menguntungkan
🇺🇦 сприятливий
🇵🇱 korzystny
🇯🇵 好意的
🇫🇷 favorable
🇪🇸 favorable
🇹🇷 elverişli
🇰🇷 유리한
🇸🇦 مؤات
🇨🇿 příznivý
🇸🇰 priaznivý
🇨🇳 有利的
🇸🇮 ugoden
🇮🇸 hagstæður
🇰🇿 қолайлы
🇬🇪 სასარგებლო
🇦🇿 əlverişli
🇲🇽 favorable
Word origin
The word 'favourable' originated from the Latin word 'favorabilis', meaning 'full of favor'. It entered the English language in the late 14th century. Over time, 'favourable' has been used to express positive opinions, approval, and beneficial outcomes in various contexts.
See also: favour, favourite, unfavourable.