favorite

[fey-ver-it, feyv-rit] / ˈfeɪ vər ɪt, ˈfeɪv rɪt /

ADJECTIVE

preferred

Synonyms

STRONGEST

beloved cherished favored main popular prized treasured

STRONG

choice darling dear dearest intimate personal pet sweetheart

WEAK

admired adored best-loved desired especial esteemed liked number one pleasant precious revered wished-for

Antonyms

STRONGEST

disliked unpopular

STRONG

public

WEAK

hated loathed

NOUN

something or someone cherished, prized

Synonyms

STRONGEST

choice darling front-runner idol number one pick

STRONG

beloved dear ideal love main minion paramour pet preference shoo-in

WEAK

apple of one's eye fave teacher's pet

Antonyms

STRONG

dislike hate hatred

WEAK

peeve

Example Sentences

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A favorite futurist parlor game involves estimating the percentage of online content currently generated by machines.

From The Wall Street Journal

Known as Villa Paradiso, the sprawling Spanish Revival compound holds a special place in the actor’s family history, having served as his favorite retreat for many years.

From MarketWatch

He’s been at Liberty for five years, where his office displays photos of his favorite Golden State Warriors players and a neon “Believe” sign, a nod to the show “Ted Lasso.”

From The Wall Street Journal

Mourabet decided he would rather turn one of his favorite hobbies into his full-time job.

From The Wall Street Journal

I tested it with my favorite accessory, Moft’s wallet tripod stand, which worked well.

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favorite

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