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The definition of favorable is positive, advantageous or approving.

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When a movie gets two thumbs up, this is an example of a favorable review.
When you ask a question and the answer seems like it will be yes, this is an example of a time when you can expect a favorable response.
When you negotiate a divorce settlement and you get more than you really should have, this is an example of a favorable outcome.
When your doctor says it is very likely you will make a full recovery, this is an example of a favorable prognosis.

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See favorable in Webster's New World College Dictionary

adjective

approving or commending
advantageous
pleasing or desirable: a favorable impression

Origin: ME < OFr < L favorabilis

Related Forms:

favorableness noun
favorably adverb

See favorable in American Heritage Dictionary 4

adjective

Advantageous; helpful: favorable winds.
Encouraging; propitious: a favorable diagnosis.
Manifesting approval; commendatory: a favorable report.
Winning approval; pleasing: a favorable impression.
Granting what has been desired or requested: a favorable reply.
Indulgent or partial: listened with a favorable ear.

Related Forms:

faˈvor·a·ble·ness noun

faˈvor·a·bly adverb

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