Unfavorable
/ʌnˈfeɪvərəbəl/
Meaning & Definition
adjective
Not advantageous or beneficial; likely to have negative effects.
The weather conditions were unfavorable for the outdoor event.
Disadvantageous; creating a situation that is not conducive to success.
The team's performance suffered due to unfavorable market conditions.
Not conducive to favorable outcomes; detrimental.
She faced unfavorable reviews from the critics for her latest play.
Expressing disapproval or criticism.
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
A bummer
That exam result was a real bummer.
Bad vibes
There's some bad vibes about that decision.