Unfavorableness: meaning, definitions and examples

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unfavorableness

 

[ ˌənˈfeɪvərəblnəs ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

feeling

The quality of being unfavorable or negative.

Synonyms

disadvantage, negativity, unfavorability.

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Word Description / Examples
unfavorableness

This word is often used in formal contexts to describe a general state or condition that is not beneficial or advantageous.

  • The unfavorableness of the weather affected the turnout at the event.
  • Investors are concerned about the economic unfavorableness in the region.
negativity

This word refers to a general attitude or state of being negative. It often has a more emotional or psychological connotation. It can have a negative connotation when describing someone's attitude.

  • Her constant negativity was bringing everyone down.
  • It's important to avoid negativity in the workplace.
disadvantage

This term is commonly used to describe a specific drawback or hindrance in various situations. It can be used in both formal and informal contexts.

  • Growing up in poverty is a significant disadvantage for many children.
  • One disadvantage of living in the city is the noise.
unfavorability

This term is similar to 'unfavorableness' but is less commonly used. It is also suitable for formal contexts to describe general unfavorable conditions.

  • The unfavorability of the new policy has been widely discussed.
  • Unfavorability in market conditions led to lower profits.

Examples of usage

  • The unfavorableness of the weather made it difficult to enjoy the outdoor activities.
  • His speech was met with a sense of unfavorableness from the audience.
Context #2 | Noun

situation

The state of not being advantageous or beneficial.

Synonyms

disadvantage, drawback, inconvenience.

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unfavorableness

Typically used in formal or academic contexts to describe conditions or circumstances that are not to one's advantage.

  • The unfavorableness of the current economic climate makes it difficult to secure new investments.
  • He discussed the unfavorableness of the terms in the business contract.
disadvantage

Commonly used in both formal and informal settings to describe a condition or situation that makes it harder to succeed or causes harm.

  • Growing up in a rural area can be a disadvantage in terms of accessing quality education.
  • Despite his talent, he is at a disadvantage because he lacks experience in the field.
drawback

Often used to describe a mild or specific negative aspect of something that is generally positive.

  • The main drawback of this smartphone is its short battery life.
  • One of the drawbacks of working from home is the lack of social interaction.
inconvenience

Used to describe a minor difficulty or annoyance that disrupts comfort or ease.

  • Sorry for the inconvenience, but the elevator is currently out of service.
  • The road construction work has caused a lot of inconvenience for the residents.

Examples of usage

  • The team faced the unfavorableness of playing in harsh weather conditions.
  • The decision to delay the project was due to the current unfavorableness of the market.

Translations

Translations of the word "unfavorableness" in other languages:

🇵🇹 desfavorabilidade

🇮🇳 असुविधा

🇩🇪 Ungünstigkeit

🇮🇩 ketidakberuntungan

🇺🇦 несприятливість

🇵🇱 niekorzystność

🇯🇵 不利

🇫🇷 défavorabilité

🇪🇸 desfavorable

🇹🇷 elverişsizlik

🇰🇷 불리함

🇸🇦 عدم الملاءمة

🇨🇿 nepříznivost

🇸🇰 nepriaznivosť

🇨🇳 不利

🇸🇮 neugodnost

🇮🇸 óhagkvæmni

🇰🇿 қолайсыздық

🇬🇪 არახელსაყრელობა

🇦🇿 əlverişsizlik

🇲🇽 desfavorable

Etymology

The word 'unfavorableness' is derived from the root word 'unfavorable,' which dates back to the late 14th century. The prefix 'un-' signifies 'not' or 'the opposite of,' while 'favorable' comes from the Latin word 'favorabilis,' meaning 'to show kindness' or 'to oblige.' Therefore, 'unfavorableness' refers to the quality or state of not being beneficial or advantageous.

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