favorable
1 of 1adjective/ˈfeɪvərəbl/
Forms:more favorable,most favorable
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showing approval or support
C1- The proposal received a favorable response from the board.
- She gave him a favorable review after the interview.
- The critics were surprisingly favorable in their remarks.
- His speech was met with favorable applause.
- The judge's favorable opinion influenced the final verdict.
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(of winds) blowing in the direction that aids movement or travel
C1- The sailors rejoiced when they felt the favorable wind fill their sails, speeding their journey across the ocean.
- The pilot adjusted the flight plan to take advantage of the favorable tailwind, reducing travel time.
- With a favorable wind at their backs, the cyclists raced downhill, reaching incredible speeds.
- The hot air balloon pilot waited for a favorable wind before launching the balloon into the sky.
- The farmers welcomed the favorable breeze, which helped to pollinate their crops and bring relief from the summer heat.
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suggesting a likely positive result or outcome
- The test results gave a favorable prognosis for recovery.
- Conditions are favorable for launching the new product.
- The early results of the study were favorable, suggesting the treatment could be highly effective.