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disfavor

1 of 2verb
/dɪs.ˈfeɪ.vɜr/
Forms:disfavors,disfavoring,disfavored,disfavored
1

to disadvantage or harm someone or something by hindering their progress

transitive
  • The new policies disfavored small businesses, making it difficult for them to compete with larger corporations.
  • His outspoken views on the topic disfavored him among his colleagues, leading to ostracism in the workplace.
  • The changes to the tax code disfavored low-income families, exacerbating economic inequality.
  • The weather conditions disfavored the athletes, affecting their performance in the competition.
  • Discriminatory hiring practices can disfavor qualified candidates based on their race or gender.
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