Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word Showing approval or giving an advantage, resulting in someone or something gaining benefit.
Favourable
/ˈfeɪv(ə)rəb(ə)l/Synonyms:
Antonyms:
Examples:
"You mean to return a favourable answer, I collect."
Her report was very favourable.
The circumstances are hardly favourable.
Etymology:
The term comes from the Latin favorabilis, which means to show kindness or good-will, derived from favere which means to favor. The word has been in use since the late 15th century.
Usage Statistics:
5 mentions per 1 million words 
Hint: Frequency according to COCA
Moderate
Hint: Frequency according to COCA
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