favorably
gb/fˈeɪvɚəbli/ us/fˈeɪvɚəbli/
B2
Anglų
kedvezően, elismerően, kedvezőbben, vkinek a javára, jól állja az összehasonlítást
B2
1
kedvezően
B2
Vartosenos šablonas:
[someone] reacts/responds/looks [favorably] (to/toward/on) [someone/something]
The audience responded favorably to the new design.
A közönség kedvezően reagált az új dizájnra.
Her proposal was viewed favorably by the committee.
A bizottság kedvezően ítélte meg a javaslatát.
Not everyone will react favorably to the changes.
Mokymuisi skirti pavyzdžiai
People reacted favorably to the news.
Az emberek kedvezően reagáltak a hírre.
The plan was received favorably.
A tervet kedvezően fogadták.
Dažna klaida:
Don’t confuse favorably (positive) with preferably (choosing one option over another).
Reikšmė
with approval or liking
Kolokacijos
respond favorably
|react favorably
|be viewed favorably
|be regarded favorably
|look favorably on
|consider favorably
|judge favorably
|think favorably of
|review favorably
|receive favorably
Sinonimai
positively (More general; favorably often implies approval or a good judgment.)
|
well (More informal and less explicit about approval.)
Antonimai
unfavorably (Shows disapproval or a negative judgment.)
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negatively (General opposite; can be less specific than unfavorably.)
Temos
opinions
|emotions
|communication
Apibrėžimas
in a positive way; liking something
In a way that shows approval, liking, or a positive opinion.
C1
2
kedvezően
B2
Vartosenos šablonas:
[something] works out/affects [someone/something] [favorably]
Lower interest rates could affect the housing market favorably.
Az alacsonyabb kamatlábak kedvezően befolyásolhatják a lakáspiacot.
The negotiations ended favorably for both sides.
A tárgyalások mindkét fél számára kedvezően végződtek.
The weather forecast looks favorably for outdoor events this weekend.
Mokymuisi skirti pavyzdžiai
The decision worked favorably for us.
A döntés kedvezően alakult számunkra.
Dažna klaida:
Favorably describes the effect (good for you), not the degree (very, extremely).
Reikšmė
in an advantageous way
Kolokacijos
turn out favorably
|affect favorably
|influence favorably
|work favorably
|weigh favorably
|impact favorably
|develop favorably
|play out favorably
|trend favorably
|resolve favorably
Sinonimai
beneficially (Highlights practical benefit rather than general approval.)
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advantageously (More formal; often used in analysis or comparisons.)
Antonimai
adversely (Means it has a harmful or negative effect.)
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unfavorably (General opposite; can refer to outcomes as well as opinions.)
Temos
business
|work
|daily_life
Apibrėžimas
in a way that is good for someone or something
In a way that helps, benefits, or improves the chances of a good result.
C1
3
elismerően
B2
Vartosenos šablonas:
[someone] speaks/writes/comments [favorably] about [someone/something]
Several reviewers wrote favorably about the film.
Több kritikus elismerően írt a filmről.
He often speaks favorably of his former teachers.
Gyakran elismerően beszél a korábbi tanárairól.
The article portrayed the company favorably.
Mokymuisi skirti pavyzdžiai
She spoke favorably about the restaurant.
Elismerően beszélt az étteremről.
Dažna klaida:
Avoid using favorably where you mean politely; it means positively, not necessarily politely.
Reikšmė
in a praising or approving way
Kolokacijos
speak favorably of
|write favorably about
|comment favorably on
|review favorably
|report favorably on
|talk favorably about
|refer favorably to
|be mentioned favorably
|be portrayed favorably
|be described favorably
Sinonimai
approvingly (Focuses on approval; less about public praise.)
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complimentarily (More specifically about giving compliments.)
Antonimai
critically (Expresses criticism rather than praise.)
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disparagingly (Stronger negative tone; puts something down.)
Temos
communication
|media
|opinions
Apibrėžimas
using positive words about someone or something
In a way that expresses praise or approval when speaking or writing about someone or something.
C1
FORMAL
4
kedvezőbben
B2
Vartosenos šablonas:
[someone/something] is treated/judged/considered [favorably] (compared with) [others]
Applicants with prior experience were treated more favorably in the selection process.
A korábbi tapasztalattal rendelkező jelentkezőket kedvezőbben bírálták el a kiválasztási folyamatban.
The evidence was interpreted favorably for the defense.
A bizonyítékokat a védelem javára értelmezték.
Some critics argued that the rules were applied favorably to large companies.
Mokymuisi skirti pavyzdžiai
The manager treated her more favorably than the others.
A vezető kedvezőbben bánt vele, mint a többiekkel.
Dažna klaida:
This sense can imply unfair preference; context determines whether it is positive or negative.
Reikšmė
in a way that gives preference
Kolokacijos
treat favorably
|judge favorably
|rule favorably
|decide favorably
|consider favorably
|interpret favorably
|be inclined favorably
|be disposed favorably
|lean favorably
|view favorably
Sinonimai
preferentially (More explicit about giving special preference.)
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leniently (Focuses on being less strict rather than giving overall advantage.)
Antonimai
harshly (Opposite in judgment or treatment; stricter or more severe.)
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unfairly (Opposite direction of bias; can be negative without specifying which side benefits.)
Temos
law
|work
|society
Apibrėžimas
in a way that gives someone special advantage
In a way that treats someone or something better than others, or gives them an advantage in a decision or judgment.
C1
5
Vartosenos šablonas:
[something] compares [favorably] with/to [something]
The new model compares favorably with last year’s version.
Az új modell jól állja az összehasonlítást a tavalyi változattal.
Her test scores compared favorably to the national average.
A teszteredményei kedvezőek voltak az országos átlaghoz képest.
In terms of cost, this option compares favorably with the alternatives.
Mokymuisi skirti pavyzdžiai
This phone compares favorably with that one.
Ez a telefon jól állja az összehasonlítást azzal a másikkal.
Dažna klaida:
Use with compare: 'compare favorably with/to' (not *compare favorably than*).
Reikšmė
in a positive comparison
Kolokacijos
compare favorably with
|compare favorably to
|stack up favorably against
|measure up favorably against
|rate favorably against
|benchmark favorably against
|perform favorably against
|compete favorably with
|price favorably against
|score favorably against
Sinonimai
well (More general; 'compare well' is less formal and less specific.)
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advantageously (More formal; emphasizes benefit in comparison.)
Antonimai
poorly (Opposite result in comparison; performs worse.)
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unfavorably (General opposite; compares in a negative way.)
Temos
comparison
|business
|media
Apibrėžimas
looking good when compared
In a way that shows someone or something is as good as or better than another when compared.
Gramatika
Pagrindinė forma
favorably
IPA
GB/fˈeɪvɚəbli/
US/fˈeɪvɚəbli/
Skiemenys ir kirčiavimas
fa - vor - ably (3 skiemenys)
Stress on 1st syllable (fa)
Žodžio formos
Noun
- Base: favorably
- Plural: favorablies
Žodžių šeima
Posakiai
be favorably disposed (toward/to)
1/bˈi fˈeɪvɚəbli dɪspˈoʊzd tˈaʊɚdtoʊ/
fixed phrase
formal
be inclined to approve
to have a positive attitude toward something
Pavyzdžiai
- Several members were favorably disposed toward the compromise.
- She seemed favorably disposed to the idea once she heard the details.
- Voters are not always favorably disposed toward new taxes.
Mokymuisi skirti pavyzdžiai
- He is favorably disposed toward the plan.
consider/view (something) favorably
1/kˈɑnsɪdɚvjˈu sˈʌmθɪŋ fˈeɪvɚəbli/
fixed phrase
judge something positively
to think something is good (when deciding)
Pavyzdžiai
- The panel considered her application favorably.
- The proposal was viewed favorably by senior management.
- We would consider it favorably if the price were lower.
Mokymuisi skirti pavyzdžiai
- They viewed my idea favorably.
look favorably on/upon
1/lˈʊk fˈeɪvɚəbli ənəpən/
fixed phrase
approve of someone or something
to think something is good
Pavyzdžiai
- The school looks favorably on students who volunteer.
- Investors may look favorably upon companies with steady profits.
- Her parents didn’t look favorably on the idea of quitting college.
Mokymuisi skirti pavyzdžiai
- My boss looks favorably on this plan.
react/respond favorably
1/ɹiˈæktɚɪspˈɑnd fˈeɪvɚəbli/
fixed phrase
have a positive reaction
to react in a good way
Pavyzdžiai
- Customers responded favorably to the updated packaging.
- The market reacted favorably to the earnings report.
- She didn’t react favorably to the suggestion.
Mokymuisi skirti pavyzdžiai
- They responded favorably to our offer.
reflect favorably on
1/ɹɪflˈɛkt fˈeɪvɚəbli ˈɔn/
fixed phrase
make someone look good
to make someone look good
Pavyzdžiai
- Her calm response reflected favorably on the whole team.
- The charity work reflects favorably on the company’s image.
- That kind of behavior doesn’t reflect favorably on you.
Mokymuisi skirti pavyzdžiai
- This reflects favorably on our school.
speak favorably of
1/spˈik fˈeɪvɚəbli əv/
fixed phrase
say positive things about
to say good things about someone or something
Pavyzdžiai
- She spoke favorably of her new manager.
- People who worked with him often speak favorably of his leadership.
- The guidebook speaks favorably of the local food.
Mokymuisi skirti pavyzdžiai
- He spoke favorably of the hotel.