favorable
adjective
fa·vor·able
ˈfā-v(ə-)rə-bəl 
ˈfā-vər-bəl
1
b
: expressing approval : commendatory
The movie received a favorable review.
c
: giving a result that is in one's favor
a favorable comparison
d
: affirmative
a favorable reply
2
: winning approval : pleasing
a favorable impression
3
a
: tending to promote or facilitate : advantageous
a favorable wind
b
: marked by success
a favorable demonstration of a new invention
favorableness
noun
Examples of favorable in a Sentence
The new play got many favorable reviews.
He was given a favorable recommendation.
Early test results were favorable.
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For decades, Florida has drawn individuals from around the country looking to build a better life in a state known for its favorable tax climate, pro-business attitude and culture of freedom.
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Robert F. Mancuso, Sun Sentinel, 31 Mar. 2025
The team further found that viable algae could be revived from dormancy under favorable nutrient and light conditions.
—Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 29 Mar. 2025
That would require a lengthy process involving legislative approval, a governor’s signoff, and a favorable vote from Broward County residents.
—Cindy Krischer Goodman, Sun Sentinel, 29 Mar. 2025
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Robert F. Mancuso, Sun Sentinel, 31 Mar. 2025
The team further found that viable algae could be revived from dormancy under favorable nutrient and light conditions.
—Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 29 Mar. 2025
That would require a lengthy process involving legislative approval, a governor’s signoff, and a favorable vote from Broward County residents.
—Cindy Krischer Goodman, Sun Sentinel, 29 Mar. 2025
Lobbyists and foreign agents often send congressional offices news clippings that paint their clients in a favorable light while omitting those that are less flattering.
—Robert Schmad, The Washington Examiner, 28 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for favorable
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favorable
adjective
fa·vor·able
ˈfāv-(ə-)rə-bəl
ˈfā-vər-bəl
1
: showing favor : approving
a favorable reply
2
: promising, advantageous
favorable weather for the fair
favorableness
noun
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