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A1Pronunciation
UK
- /fˈeɪvərɪt/
US
- /ˈfeɪvərɪt/
Meanings
Adjective
preferred or liked best
Noun
a person or thing liked best
a competitor expected to win
a digital item marked as liked or saved
Verb
to mark a digital item as liked or saved
Beyond the definition
Everyone has that one thing they like more than all the others. It could be your favorite color (maybe sunshine yellow?), your favorite food (pizza is always a good bet!), or even your favorite way to spend a rainy day. "Favorite" is not about what everyone likes; it is personal. You might have a favorite book that you read again every year, or a favorite song that instantly lifts your mood. It is the thing that brings you joy and feels special. We often use "favorite" with words like "book," "movie," "song," "food," or "activity." For example: "What's your favorite season?" or "This is my favorite coffee shop!"
The word "favorite" describes something that you like more than anything else. It represents a deeply personal preference, reflecting what brings you joy, comfort, or satisfaction. Unlike simply liking something, having a "favorite" implies a special connection and a strong positive feeling.
You can have favorites for all sorts of things: tangible objects like "My favorite sweater is so cozy," experiences like "Our trip to Italy was my favorite vacation ever," people like "Grandma is my favorite person in the world," or even abstract concepts like "Blue is my favorite color."
The word often appears in questions seeking personal preferences, such as "What's your favorite movie genre?" or "Do you have a favorite author?" It can also be used to express strong approval: "She's a favorite among her colleagues" means she's highly regarded and well-liked by the group.
Interestingly, the word comes from the Old French word favor, meaning approval or kindness. So, when you declare something your "favorite," you're essentially saying it has earned your special approval and holds a cherished place in your heart. It's more than just liking; it's loving!
Examples
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Color preference
Blue is my favorite color.
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Neighborhood cafe
This is my favorite cafe in the neighborhood.
- 3
Travel memories
What was your favorite part of the trip?
- 4
Remote work
Her favorite thing about working from home is the quiet.
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Personal favorites
That book is still one of my favorites.
- Phraseone of my favorites
one of the things I like most
- 6
Local popularity
The noodle shop across the street has become a local favorite.
- Phrasea local favorite
something many people in that place like
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Competition
Spain went into the final as the favorite to win.
- Phrasethe favorite to win
the person or team most people expect to win
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Fair treatment
Good teachers try not to play favorites.
- Phraseplay favorites
treat some people better than others
See also
Forms and spellings
2 forms open this card.
Main spelling
- favoritenounadjective
Forms
- favoritespluralnounadjective