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Advantages gained from something
Money or gifts given generously
Plural for an act of kindness beyond what is due or usual
“I've come to ask for a favour.”
Plural for overgenerous preferential treatment
“He simultaneously displayed his hostility toward a consciousness that had become technological and his favour toward that which remained unconscious.”
Plural for approval, support, or liking for someone or something
“The theory, initially a popular topic of research, quickly lost favour with the introduction of quantum mechanics.”
Plural for the state or condition of being liked, admired, or supported by many people
“Glam rock would rapidly fall out of favour as soon as the grunge movement arrived on the scene.”
Plural for backing or support received from, or provided by, someone
“Serve our leader well and you shall receive his favour.”
Plural for a small item given as a gift, typically to guests at a party
“At the holiday dinner, the hosts had set a favour by each place setting.”
Plural for something given or worn as a mark of liking or support
“The only favour she had actually given him was cuff-links decorated with tiny cameos of herself, hardly the sort of thing he could wear to the Café Royal.”
To be or to provide an advantage to
“The forest area is shady and the soil is damp, conditions that favour the growth of trees.”
To make a living for the benefit of others
Supplies or distributes for use
“After six lances were broken against the Prince, he was sure the gods would favour him with a victory as he rode clutching his seventh lance.”
To have a preference for
“Renee tends to favour dark clothes to match her usual mood.”
To advocate or show support or approval of
“It does appear that the agriculture regional commissioners appear to favour reform.”
To be obliging or show beneficence toward
“The singer was at the party only as a guest, but was kind enough to favour us with an entertaining ditty.”
To resemble or look like, especially a parent or relative
“She's pretty, and she favours her mother.”
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