The Opposite(Antonym) of “disfavourable”
The antonyms of disfavourable are favorable, favourable, and positive. These words convey a positive or approving attitude towards something, as opposed to a negative or critical one.
Explore all Antonyms of “disfavourable”
- favorable
- favourable
- positive
- approving
- supportive
Definitions and Examples of favorable, favourable, positive
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Expressing approval or support; advantageous or beneficial.
Example
The company's financial report showed favorable results, exceeding expectations.
Showing approval or preference; likely to result in success or benefit.
Example
The weather forecast for the weekend looks favourable, with sunny skies and warm temperatures.
Expressing approval, confidence, or hope; indicating the presence or existence of something.
Example
Her attitude towards the project was positive, and she believed it had great potential for success.
Key Differences: favorable vs favourable vs positive
- 1Favorable and favourable are two spellings of the same word, with the latter being more common in British English.
- 2Positive can also refer to the presence or existence of something, in addition to expressing approval or confidence.
- 3Disfavourable is a more formal term that conveys a negative or critical attitude towards something.
Effective Usage of favorable, favourable, positive
- 1Business Reports: Use favorable or favourable to describe positive financial or market trends.
- 2Weather Forecasts: Use favourable to describe good weather conditions.
- 3Attitude and Opinion: Use positive to express approval or confidence in a situation or idea.
Remember this!
The antonyms favorable, favourable, and positive convey a positive or approving attitude towards something, while disfavourable expresses a negative or critical attitude. Use these words in business reports, weather forecasts, and to express attitudes and opinions.
