Meaning & Definition of word "Unfavorable"
Unfavorable
/ʌnˈfeɪvərəbəl/
adjective:
- 1. Not advantageous or beneficial; likely to have negative effects.
- Example: The weather conditions were unfavorable for the outdoor event.
- 2. Disadvantageous; creating a situation that is not conducive to success.
- Example: The team's performance suffered due to unfavorable market conditions.
- 3. Not conducive to favorable outcomes; detrimental.
- Example: She faced unfavorable reviews from the critics for her latest play.
- 4. Expressing disapproval or criticism.
- Example: The report provided an unfavorable assessment of the company's financial prospects.
Etymology
●From prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' + 'favorable' from Latin 'favorabilis'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
unfavorable conditions:
Situations that are not suitable or beneficial.
unfavorable review:
A critique that reflects negative feedback.
unfavorable odds:
Chances that are not in favor of success.
Related Words
favor:
A kind act or gesture to support someone.
advantageous:
Creating favorable conditions; beneficial.
Slang Meanings of unfavorable
Meaning: A bummer
● Example Sentence: That exam result was a real bummer.
Meaning: Bad vibes
● Example Sentence: There's some bad vibes about that decision.