Favourable Definition
favourable
adjective
- encouraging or approving or pleasing; "a favorable reply"; "he received a favorable rating"; "listened with a favorable ear"; "made a favorable impression"
- (of winds or weather) tending to promote or facilitate; "the days were fair and the winds were favorable"
- occurring at a convenient or suitable time; "an opportune time to receive guests"
- presaging or likely to bring good luck; "a favorable time to ask for a raise"; "lucky stars"; "a prosperous moment to make a decision"
Words that rhyme with favourable
Usage tips for "favourable"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "favourable" 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 favourable to find words that pair well.