Meaning & Definition of word "Favor"

Favor

/ˈfeɪ.vər/

1. An act of kindness or goodwill.
- Example: She did me a favor by picking up my groceries.
2. Support or approval.
- Example: The proposal was met with favor by the committee members.
3. A preference for one thing over others.
- Example: He has a favor for classical music over other genres.

1. To support or prefer an action or person.
- Example: We favor the idea of using renewable energy sources.
2. To show kindness or to do a favor for someone.
- Example: Could you favor me with your presence at the event?

Middle English, from Old French 'faveur', from Latin 'favorem'

in favor of:

supporting or agreeing with something

do someone a favor:

perform a kind act for someone

win someone's favor:

gain approval or support from someone

favor for a favor:

mutual assistance; an exchange of kindness

ask for a favor:

request help or assistance from someone

favorable:

expressing approval; beneficial

favoritism:

the practice of giving unfair preferential treatment to one person or group

favorability:

the condition of being favorable

favoring:

the act of showing preference or support

Meaning: To be in someone's good books.

Example Sentence: As long as you don't mess up, you're in her favor.

Meaning: To owe someone a favor.

Example Sentence: After I helped him move, he said I could ask for a favor anytime.