favorably
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Definition
- Adverb:
- In a way that shows approval or support: "Favorably" describes an action done with a positive opinion, agreement, or endorsement.
- In a way that gives an advantage or is beneficial: It can also describe a situation or condition that is advantageous or helpful.
Usage Examples
- Showing approval:
- The critics responded favorably to the new film. (The critics gave the new film positive reviews.)
- My manager looked favorably upon my proposal. (My manager viewed my proposal with approval.)
- Being advantageous:
- The terms of the agreement compared favorably with other offers. (The agreement's terms were better than other offers.)
- Our team is positioned favorably to win the championship. (Our team is in an advantageous position to win.)
Advanced Usage
- "to view/regard something favorably": to have a positive opinion about something.
- The committee regards her application favorably.
- "to compare favorably (with/to)": to be better or more advantageous when compared to something else.
- This model compares favorably to its competitors in terms of price.
Variants and Related Words
- Favorable (adjective): Giving approval or being advantageous.
- We are waiting for a favorable response.
- Favor (noun/verb): (Noun) Approval, support, or a kind act. (Verb) To prefer, support, or treat with partiality.
- She did me a great favor. (noun)
- The weather favored our outdoor plans. (verb)
Synonyms
- Approvingly: In a manner expressing approval.
- Positively: In a good, constructive, or affirmative way.
- Advantageously: In a way that provides a benefit or puts someone in a better position.
Antonyms
- Unfavorably: In a disapproving or disadvantageous way.
- Negatively: In a bad, harmful, or critical way.
- Critically: In a disapproving or fault-finding manner.
Related Phrases
- In a favorable light: Viewed or presented positively.
- The article portrayed the policy in a favorable light.
- Favorable impression: A positive opinion formed about someone or something.
- He made a very favorable impression during the interview.
Adverb
- showing approval
- he reviewed the play favorably