favourite
UK/'feivәrit/US
A1
Definitions
adj.
British spelling of favorite: liked best
favorite 的英式拼写：最喜爱的
n.
British spelling of favorite: the one liked best; the competitor expected to win
favorite 的英式拼写：最喜爱的人或物；被看好夺冠者
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedBritish spelling of favorite (favour + -ite). Same word, same meanings — see favorite for the full breakdown.
Root favor still carries 8 more wordsUsage Guide
Spelling only: favourite is British, favorite is American. Identical in meaning, including the sport sense ('the favourite' = the one expected to win).
Example Sentences
- 1.
Strawberry is my favourite flavour of ice cream.
- 2.
The home team are clear favourites to win the cup.