Favorite Definition & Meaning

favorite
adjective
  1. appealing to the general public; "a favorite tourist attraction"
  2. preferred above all others and treated with partiality; "the favored child"
noun
  1. something regarded with special favor or liking; "that book is one of my favorites"
  2. a special loved one
  3. a competitor thought likely to win

"Favorite" in song lyrics

See how favorite is used in real songs:

  • "That one-eight-seven is the hometown's favorite"
    1982 (Statik Selektah & Termanology) f/ Lil' Fame (M.O.P.) — Thugathon
  • "Underdog for life, ain't commercial enough, to be the favorite"
    A.G. f/ Big Pun, KRS-One — Drop it Heavy
  • "Haters, get 16 shots, now who's your favorite"
    (The Alchemist f/) Obie Trice — I'm Back

Words that rhyme with favorite

Usage tips for "favorite"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "favorite" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for favorite to find words that pair well.

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