Synonyms for

Unfavorable

Verb / ˌʌˈnfeɪvɜ:ʌbʌl / Another word for unfavorable — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

not giving approval or support to something; not favorable

Synonyms & similar words

favorable unfavourable disadvantageous unfortunate inconvenient unlucky bleak grim gloomy unpromising oppressive adverse hostile negative discouraging disheartening dismal unpleasant disagreeable displeasing unsatisfactory bad

Synonyms by register

Formal

adverse disadvantageous inimical detrimental

Informal

bad tough rough tricky

Literary

ill-omened baleful unpropitious

Antonyms

favorable advantageous positive beneficial good promising auspicious

Common collocations

  • unfavorable conditions
  • unfavorable outcome
  • unfavorable review
  • unfavorable opinion
  • unfavorable balance
  • unfavorable light
  • unfavorable weather

Word family

noun unfavorableness
adverb unfavorably

Usage note

Often used to describe conditions, outcomes, or opinions that are not good or helpful. Avoid using it to describe people directly, as it can sound overly critical.

Example sentences

  1. The weather forecast is unfavorable for our beach trip.
  2. His behavior towards others is unfavorable for making friends.
  3. The test results were unfavorable for the student.
  4. The stock market crash caused an unfavorable economy.
  5. The candidate's past actions make them unfavorable for the position.

Quotes

  • The true test of leadership is how well you function in a crisis. Not every unfavorable or unpleasant thing is unjust.
  • A child's attitude towards everything is an artist's attitude.
  • The opinion of the strong man is always unpopular.

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