English · Word Candidate

favourable

/ˈfeɪv(ə)ɹəbəl/

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Meaning · English

Apt to win favour; pleasing.

AdjectiveRegister: UK

The candidate wearing the business suit made a favourable impression.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Meaning · English

Expressing or indicating favour or goodwill; approving, encouraging.

AdjectiveRegister: UK

The proposal has received many favourable comments.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

What does “favourable” mean?

Apt to win favour; pleasing.

Is “favourable” formal or informal?

favourable is generally UK.

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