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Favours

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

Definition

Favours are kind or helpful actions done for someone, often as a way of showing affection or gratitude.

Synonyms & similar words

partyfavor favor prefer privilege favour partyfavour benevolence kindness support assistance help aid grace generosity goodwill service benefaction indulgence patronage charity sweetener bonus perk privilege honor gift

Synonyms by register

Formal

approves supports endorses sanctions

Informal

backs roots for is on the side of

Literary

benevolence patronage regard

Antonyms

disapproves opposes hinders damages dislikes condemns rejects

Common collocations

  • in favour of
  • show favour
  • curry favour
  • favouritism
  • favour the bold
  • favour one over another
  • favouritism shown

Word family

noun favour
verb favour
adjective favourable

Usage note

The spelling 'favour' is primarily British English, while 'favor' is American English. It can be used as both a noun and a verb.

Example sentences

  1. My mom did me a favour by making my favorite cookies.
  2. I asked my friend for a favour to pet-sit my cat while I was on vacation.
  3. The teacher gave me a favour by letting me turn in my homework late.
  4. I did a favour for my neighbor by mowing their lawn.
  5. He asked me for a favour to lend him some money.

Quotes

  • Friendship is always a sweet responsibility, never an opportunity. - Khalil Gibran
  • No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted. - Aesop
  • In a gentle way, you can shake the world. - Mahatma Gandhi

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