Synonyms for

Favor

Verb / ˈfeɪvɜ: / Another word for favor — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a kind or helpful act; an approval or preference for someone or something

Synonyms & similar words

privilege favour prefer partyfavour partyfavor kindness goodwill benevolence liking preference approval support assistance help grace mercy indulgence leniency benefit advantage privilege perk bonus gift present

Synonyms by register

Formal

approval endorsement support countenance

Informal

liking support help backing

Literary

benevolence grace kindness

Antonyms

dislike disfavor harm injury disapproval opposition hindrance

Common collocations

  • do me a favor
  • in favor of
  • show favor
  • return a favor
  • grant a favor
  • ask a favor
  • out of favor
  • special favor

Word family

noun favor
verb favor
adjective favorable

Usage note

As a verb, 'favor' can mean to prefer or to support. As a noun, it refers to an act of kindness or a preference.

Example sentences

  1. Can you do me a favor and pass me the salt?
  2. I would like to ask for a favor.
  3. My boss showed me a lot of favor by giving me a promotion.
  4. I have a favor to ask of you.
  5. I did a favor for my friend by walking her dog.

Quotes

  • A true friend is someone who thinks that you are a good egg even though he knows that you are slightly cracked. - Bernard Meltzer
  • Success is not the key to happiness. Happiness is the key to success. If you love what you are doing, you will be successful. - Albert Schweitzer
  • The best way to predict the future is to create it. - Abraham Lincoln

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