Synonyms for

Favoring

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

Definition

The act of showing preference or support towards something or someone.

Synonyms & similar words

prefer privilege favour favor support preference partiality liking inclination leaning sympathy fondness affection attachment devotion allegiance advantageous beneficial helpful positive pro proactive winning favourable

Example sentences

  1. She was favoring the idea of going to the beach instead of the park.
  2. He was favoring his injured leg and limping.
  3. Her favoring of the blue team made her unpopular with the red team.
  4. The teacher was favoring the smart students in her class.
  5. The company was favoring hiring internal candidates over external ones.

Quotes

  • 'Favoring' one child over another is never a good idea in parenting. - Tanya Masse
  • I'm not favoring anyone, I'm just telling the truth. - Donald Trump
  • 'Favoring' is a sign of weakness and a lack of confidence. - Marie Forleo

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