Definitions
- Describing someone who is given preferential treatment or has an advantage over others. - Talking about something that is more likely to succeed or be chosen over other options. - Referring to a person or thing that is regarded with approval or affection.
- Describing someone or something that is preferred or given special treatment. - Talking about something that is supported or promoted by a particular group or individual. - Referring to a person or thing that is regarded with approval or affection.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words refer to someone or something that is preferred or given special treatment.
- 2Both words can be used to describe a person or thing that is regarded with approval or affection.
- 3Both words can be used as adjectives or verbs.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Favoured is more commonly used in British English while favored is more common in American English.
- 2Connotation: Favoured can have a more positive connotation, suggesting that someone or something is deserving of special treatment. Favored can have a more negative connotation, suggesting that someone or something is receiving special treatment unfairly.
- 3Formality: Favoured is generally considered more formal than favored.
Remember this!
Favoured and favored are synonyms that both refer to someone or something that is preferred or given special treatment. The main difference between the two is their spelling, usage, pronunciation, connotation, and formality. Favoured is more commonly used in British English and has a more positive connotation, while favored is more common in American English and can have a negative connotation.
