unfavourable

[ʌnˈfeɪvərəbl]

unfavourable Definition

• 1. not expressing approval or admiration
• 2. not convenient or helpful
• 3. likely to have a negative effect

Using unfavourable: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "unfavourable" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The weather conditions were unfavourable for outdoor activities.

• Example

  The report had an unfavourable impact on the company's reputation.

• Example

  The candidate received an unfavourable review from the interview panel.

unfavourable Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for unfavourable

• disadvantageous
• inconvenient
• unfortunate
• unlucky
• adverse

Antonyms for unfavourable

• favorable
• advantageous
• convenient
• helpful
• positive

Phrases with unfavourable

• unfavourable circumstances

  difficult or challenging situations that are not helpful or advantageous

  Example

  Despite the unfavourable circumstances, she managed to complete the project on time.

• unfavourable opinion

  a negative view or judgment about someone or something

  Example

  The survey revealed that the majority of people held an unfavourable opinion of the new policy.

• unfavourable outcome

  a result that is not desirable or positive

  Example

  The negotiations ended with an unfavourable outcome for both parties.

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Summary: unfavourable in Brief

The term 'unfavourable' [ʌnˈfeɪvərəbl] describes situations that are not convenient, helpful, or likely to have a positive effect. It can refer to weather conditions, reports, reviews, and opinions, as in 'The report had an unfavourable impact on the company's reputation.' The phrase 'unfavourable circumstances' denotes challenging situations, while 'unfavourable outcome' refers to undesirable results.