favorite — preferred before all others of the same kind
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: preferred before all others of the same kind
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈfeɪvərɪt/
Example Sentences
- Pizza is my favorite food, but my pants disagree.
- My favorite exercise is running... out of excuses.
- What's your favorite subject in school?
favorite
ADJECTIVE[/ˈfeɪvərɪt/]
preferred before all others of the same kind
A girl chooses her favorite chocolate ice cream over all other flavors
The corporate favorite becomes elaborate!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Latin favere, meaning 'to show goodwill or support,' which passed through French before entering English. The term carries the sense of bestowing special preference or patronage, as a sovereign might grant particular favor to a courtier.
Breakdown
favor (from Latin favere, 'goodwill, support') + -ite (adjectival suffix indicating one who is favored or preferred).
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“Pizza is my favorite food, but my pants disagree.”
“My favorite exercise is running... out of excuses.”
“What's your favorite subject in school?”
“This restaurant is a local favorite among students.”
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