Synonyms for

Favored

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

Definition

To prefer or support someone or something over others.

Synonyms & similar words

privilege favourite bestloved preferred favour pet prefer preferent favor favorite liked preferred championed endorsed promoted advocated supported encouraged backed approved fancied favored picked selected opted chosen elected voted inclined disposed

Synonyms by register

Formal

preferred privileged blessed chosen

Informal

faved popular well-liked the best

Literary

cherished beloved dear

Antonyms

disfavored unpopular neglected rejected ostracized unwanted undesired

Common collocations

  • favored nation
  • favored treatment
  • favored child
  • favored by
  • favored outcome
  • favored position
  • favored by fortune

Word family

noun favor
verb favor
adjective favored
adverb favorably

Usage note

Often used to describe someone or something that receives preferential treatment or is considered superior. Can imply bias or unfair advantage.

Example sentences

  1. My mom favored my sister's artwork more than mine.
  2. The teacher favored the student who always did their homework.
  3. I favored the chocolate ice cream over the vanilla.
  4. The coach favored the fastest runner for the race.
  5. The boss favored the employee who always arrived on time.

Quotes

  • The best way to be successful is to be favored by luck.
  • I have always favored the idea of being happy, as opposed to achieving goals for the sake of it.
  • The world is always ready to receive talent with open arms. Very often it does not know what to do with genius.

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