favor

/ˈfeɪvər/

Definitions

1. noun

a feeling of warm approval or affection for someone.

“She did a great job, and I have a lot of favor to show her.”

2. noun

a favor, esp. one given by someone in a position of authority, such as a judge.

“The judge granted the defendant a favor by reducing the sentence.”

3. verb

to do something in someone’s favor, or to show kindness or approval to someone.

“The teacher favored the student who worked hard all semester.”

4. verb

to give or grant something to someone, especially a benefit or an advantage.

“The new law favors small businesses by offering them lower taxes.”

Synonyms

  • favour
  • indulgence
  • patronage

Antonyms

  • disfavor
  • indifference
  • unfavor