The Opposite(Antonym) of “favour”
The antonyms of favour are disfavor and disapproval. These words convey a negative or unfavorable attitude towards someone or something.
Explore all Antonyms of “favour”
Definitions and Examples of disfavor, disapproval
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
A feeling of disapproval or dislike towards someone or something.
Example
After the scandal, the politician fell out of disfavor with the public.
A negative opinion or judgment about someone or something.
Example
The teacher expressed her disapproval of the student's behavior by giving him a failing grade.
Key Differences: disfavor vs disapproval
- 1Disfavor is a more formal term that describes a negative attitude towards someone or something.
- 2Disapproval is a general term that describes a negative opinion or judgment about someone or something.
Effective Usage of disfavor, disapproval
- 1Express Negative Attitudes: Use disfavor and disapproval to express negative attitudes towards someone or something.
- 2Discuss Social Issues: Incorporate these antonyms in discussions about social issues to express dissenting opinions.
- 3Write Reviews: Utilize these antonyms in writing reviews to express negative feedback about products, services, or experiences.
Remember this!
The antonyms disfavor and disapproval convey a negative or unfavorable attitude towards someone or something. Use these words to express negative attitudes, discuss social issues, and write reviews that express negative feedback.