Pronunciation

/ˈfeɪvərəbl/

Definitions

• Adjective: (favourable) Describing something that is supportive, encouraging, or approving; expressing a positive inclination or opinion. For example: “The weather forecast was favourable for the outdoor event.”
• Adjective: (favorable - American English spelling) Denoting circumstances or conditions that are advantageous or beneficial. For example: “The company’s financial position is favorable for expansion.”

Phrases

• “Favourable outcome”: A result that is desirable or advantageous.
• “Favourable review”: A positive evaluation or critique of something, such as a book, movie, or product.
• “Under favourable circumstances”: When conditions are right or conducive to success.

Example Sentences

• Adjective: “The team has a favourable chance of winning the match given their recent form.”
• “She received a favourable response from her boss about the proposal.”
• “With the economy showing signs of recovery, now seems a favourable time to invest.”

Synonyms

• Advantageous
• Promising
• Positive
• Supportive
• Encouraging
• Propitious
• Benign
• Complimentary
• Endorsing

Note: While “favourable” can be used in some contexts where it implies greeting, its primary use is as an adjective describing a positive disposition, preference, or situation. It does not typically function as a noun, verb, or other parts of speech associated with greetings.