Synonyms for

Favorably

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

Definition

showing approval or support; in a positive way

Synonyms & similar words

unfavorably favourably approvingly positively friendly supportively encouragingly optimistically agreeably graciously kindly cordially welcomingly approbatively complimentary flatteringly admiringly appreciatively sympathetically charitably beneficially advantageously

Synonyms by register

Formal

advantageously positively commendably approvingly

Informal

well nicely great thumbs up

Literary

auspiciously propitiously benignly

Antonyms

unfavorably negatively disadvantageously badly poorly critically

Common collocations

  • viewed favorably
  • reacted favorably
  • responded favorably
  • treated favorably
  • received favorably
  • regarded favorably
  • judged favorably

Word family

noun favor
verb favor
adjective favorable

Usage note

Often used to describe how something is perceived or received. Ensure it aligns with the desired level of formality; 'well' or 'nicely' are more informal alternatives.

Example sentences

  1. The judge spoke favorably of the defendant's character.
  2. The customer reviewed the product favorably.
  3. The coach talked favorably about the team's performance.
  4. The politician's speech was received favorably by the audience.
  5. The restaurant received a favorably review from the critic.

Quotes

  • "I think if you work hard and you're a good person, you'll have good fortune." - Diane Sawyer
  • "Opportunities are usually disguised as hard work, so most people don't recognize them." - Ann Landers
  • "The only way to do great work is to love what you do." - Steve Jobs

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