Synonyms for

Favoured

Verb Another word for favoured — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

having a particular liking or preference for someone or something

Synonyms & similar words

privilege prefer favour favor liked preferred esteemed cherished treasured valued admired respected honoured beloved loved darling dear special favorite select chosen privileged advantaged benefited

Synonyms by register

Formal

preferred privileged blessed chosen

Informal

backed supported popular well-liked

Literary

cherished beloved dear

Antonyms

disliked unpopular rejected neglected ostracized unfavored

Common collocations

  • favoured nation
  • favoured child
  • favoured by fortune
  • favoured treatment
  • favoured by the gods
  • favoured by luck

Word family

noun favour
verb favour
adjective favoured
adverb favourably

Usage note

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

Example sentences

  1. The queen favoured her loyal subjects with gifts.
  2. He was favoured by luck and won the lottery.
  3. The coach favoured the experienced players over the rookies.
  4. The teacher favoured the students who completed their homework.
  5. The restaurant favoured spicy food over bland dishes.

Quotes

  • The gods favour the brave. - Aeschylus
  • Fortune favours the bold. - Virgil
  • Favor is a breeze that shifts direction all the time, then in an instant you're back sleeping with the sheep. - Homer

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