favorable
favorable — adjective
1. expressing a positive opinion about someone or something, or showing that you li
expressing a positive opinion about someone or something, or showing that you like or approve of them.
Brian's new album received favorable reviews from music critics in London.
collocation: favorable review
Kemi left a favorable impression on her colleagues during her first week at work.
collocation: leave a favorable impression
The committee gave a favorable response to the proposal for a new community center.
Nora's teacher wrote a favorable report about her progress in mathematics this term.
- positive
more general; can describe any affirming quality, not just opinion
- approving
more direct about expressing agreement or praise
- complimentary
suggests praise expressed explicitly, often in a formal setting
- unfavorable
direct opposite; expressing disapproval or negative judgment
- critical
focuses on pointing out faults rather than simply disapproving
文法句型
favorable + noun
be favorable
用法筆記
Common in reviews, evaluations, and feedback contexts. Often modifies nouns such as 'review', 'impression', 'response', 'comment', and 'report'.
常見錯誤
2. giving a benefit or putting you in a better position to succeed, especially in b
giving a benefit or putting you in a better position to succeed, especially in business, finance, or negotiation situations.
Sahil negotiated favorable loan terms with the bank for his new bakery business.
collocation: favorable terms
The exchange rate was favorable, so Ingrid bought euros before her trip to France.
collocation: favorable exchange rate
Jude's company secured a favorable position in the market after the merger was completed.
Daichi waited for more favorable conditions before investing his savings in the stock market.
- advantageous
more formal; emphasizes strategic benefit in a competitive situation
- beneficial
broader; can apply to health, well-being, or general improvement
- helpful
less formal; suggests practical assistance rather than strategic gain
- unfavorable
direct opposite; creating disadvantage
- disadvantageous
focuses on putting someone in a worse position
文法句型
favorable + noun
be favorable for + noun
用法筆記
Very common in business, finance, and negotiation contexts. Frequently appears with nouns like 'terms', 'rate', 'conditions', 'position', 'price', and 'outcome'.
常見錯誤
3. showing a willingness to support, help, or speak well of someone or something, r
showing a willingness to support, help, or speak well of someone or something, rather than opposing them.
The senator has always been favorable toward policies that help working families.
pattern: favorable toward + noun
Most local voters were favorable to the plan for a new public library.
pattern: favorable to + noun
Baraka's teachers were favorable about his chances of getting into medical school.
The local newspaper has been favorable toward the new environmental rules introduced last year.
- supportive
more active; implies offering practical help, not just positive attitude
- well-disposed
slightly more formal; emphasizes a naturally positive attitude
- sympathetic
suggests understanding and agreement with someone's position or cause
文法句型
be favorable to + noun
be favorable toward + noun
用法筆記
Typically used predicatively (not before a noun) and followed by the prepositions 'to' or 'toward' to indicate what or who is being supported.
常見錯誤
4. happening at a time that is suitable or convenient for a particular purpose, mak
happening at a time that is suitable or convenient for a particular purpose, making it easier to act or succeed.
Aylin's job offer arrived at a favorable time, just after she finished her university degree.
collocation: favorable time
Mathieu chose a favorable moment to ask his manager about a possible promotion at work.
collocation: favorable moment
The rain stopped at a favorable point in the middle of the outdoor wedding ceremony.
Niran waited for a favorable opportunity to bring up the issue with his landlord.
- timely
more direct about convenience; 'favorable' adds a sense of good fortune
- opportune
more formal; emphasizes that the timing was perfectly chosen or lucky
- convenient
focuses on ease and lack of difficulty rather than strategic timing
- inconvenient
happening at a time that causes difficulty
- untimely
happening at a bad or unsuitable time
文法句型
favorable + time noun
用法筆記
Often modifies nouns related to time and timing, such as 'moment', 'time', 'point', and 'opportunity'. Rarely used predicatively in this sense.
5. (of wind, weather, or sea conditions) helping a ship, aircraft, or person to mov
(of wind, weather, or sea conditions) helping a ship, aircraft, or person to move forward easily and safely during a journey.
The sailors waited for favorable winds before setting out across the Pacific Ocean.
collocation: favorable winds
Favorable weather conditions allowed the hikers to reach the mountain peak before noon.
collocation: favorable weather conditions
Ignacio's yacht made excellent progress thanks to the favorable currents along the coast.
The rescue team launched their mission under favorable skies and calm sea conditions.
文法句型
favorable + wind/weather
favorable + conditions
用法筆記
Primarily used in nautical, aviation, and outdoor-adventure contexts. Opposite of 'adverse' or 'contrary' when describing wind or weather. Not used for general good weather (e.g. sunny for a picnic).