favourable
UK/'feivәrәbl/US
B1
Definitions
adj.
British spelling of favorable: expressing approval; advantageous
favorable 的英式拼写：赞许的；有利的
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedBritish spelling of favorable (favour + -able). Same word, same meanings — see favorable for the full breakdown.
Root favor still carries 8 more wordsUsage Guide
Spelling only: favourable is British, favorable is American. Identical in meaning, covering both 'approving' and 'advantageous.' The opposite is unfavourable.
Example Sentences
- 1.
The proposal received a favourable response from the board.
- 2.
They set off in favourable weather conditions.