Inggeris - Hungary

favorably

gb/fˈeɪvɚəbli/ us/fˈeɪvɚəbli/
B2 Inggeris
kedvezően, elismerően, kedvezőbben, vkinek a javára, jól állja az összehasonlítást
B2
1
Corak penggunaan:
[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.
Contoh untuk pelajar
People reacted favorably to the news.
Az emberek kedvezően reagáltak a hírre.
The plan was received favorably.
A tervet kedvezően fogadták.
Kesilapan biasa:
Don’t confuse favorably (positive) with preferably (choosing one option over another).
Maksud
with approval or liking
Kolokasi
respond favorably |react favorably |be viewed favorably |be regarded favorably |look favorably on |consider favorably |judge favorably |think favorably of |review favorably |receive favorably
Sinonim
positively (More general; favorably often implies approval or a good judgment.) | well (More informal and less explicit about approval.)
Antonim
unfavorably (Shows disapproval or a negative judgment.) | negatively (General opposite; can be less specific than unfavorably.)
Tema
opinions |emotions |communication
Definisi

in a positive way; liking something

In a way that shows approval, liking, or a positive opinion.

C1
2
Corak penggunaan:
[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.
Contoh untuk pelajar
The decision worked favorably for us.
A döntés kedvezően alakult számunkra.
Kesilapan biasa:
Favorably describes the effect (good for you), not the degree (very, extremely).
Maksud
in an advantageous way
Kolokasi
turn out favorably |affect favorably |influence favorably |work favorably |weigh favorably |impact favorably |develop favorably |play out favorably |trend favorably |resolve favorably
Sinonim
beneficially (Highlights practical benefit rather than general approval.) | advantageously (More formal; often used in analysis or comparisons.)
Antonim
adversely (Means it has a harmful or negative effect.) | unfavorably (General opposite; can refer to outcomes as well as opinions.)
Tema
business |work |daily_life
Definisi

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
Corak penggunaan:
[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.
Contoh untuk pelajar
She spoke favorably about the restaurant.
Elismerően beszélt az étteremről.
Kesilapan biasa:
Avoid using favorably where you mean politely; it means positively, not necessarily politely.
Maksud
in a praising or approving way
Kolokasi
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
Sinonim
approvingly (Focuses on approval; less about public praise.) | complimentarily (More specifically about giving compliments.)
Antonim
critically (Expresses criticism rather than praise.) | disparagingly (Stronger negative tone; puts something down.)
Tema
communication |media |opinions
Definisi

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
Corak penggunaan:
[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.
Contoh untuk pelajar
The manager treated her more favorably than the others.
A vezető kedvezőbben bánt vele, mint a többiekkel.
Kesilapan biasa:
This sense can imply unfair preference; context determines whether it is positive or negative.
Maksud
in a way that gives preference
Kolokasi
treat favorably |judge favorably |rule favorably |decide favorably |consider favorably |interpret favorably |be inclined favorably |be disposed favorably |lean favorably |view favorably
Sinonim
preferentially (More explicit about giving special preference.) | leniently (Focuses on being less strict rather than giving overall advantage.)
Antonim
harshly (Opposite in judgment or treatment; stricter or more severe.) | unfairly (Opposite direction of bias; can be negative without specifying which side benefits.)
Tema
law |work |society
Definisi

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
Corak penggunaan:
[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.
Contoh untuk pelajar
This phone compares favorably with that one.
Ez a telefon jól állja az összehasonlítást azzal a másikkal.
Kesilapan biasa:
Use with compare: 'compare favorably with/to' (not *compare favorably than*).
Maksud
in a positive comparison
Kolokasi
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
Sinonim
well (More general; 'compare well' is less formal and less specific.) | advantageously (More formal; emphasizes benefit in comparison.)
Antonim
poorly (Opposite result in comparison; performs worse.) | unfavorably (General opposite; compares in a negative way.)
Tema
comparison |business |media
Definisi

looking good when compared

In a way that shows someone or something is as good as or better than another when compared.

Tatabahasa
Bentuk kamus
favorably
IPA
GB/fˈeɪvɚəbli/
US/fˈeɪvɚəbli/
Suku kata dan tekanan
fa - vor - ably (3 suku kata)
Stress on 1st syllable (fa)
Bentuk kata
Noun
  • Base: favorably
  • Plural: favorablies
Keluarga kata
Forms
favorablies noun
Core family
favor noun A2 favorable adjective B1
Related words
favorite noun A1
Negative and opposite forms
unfavorable adjective unfavorably adverb
Advanced or less common
favoritism noun
Ungkapan

be favorably disposed (toward/to)

1
/bˈi fˈeɪvɚəbli dɪspˈoʊzd tˈaʊɚdtoʊ/
fixed phrase formal

be inclined to approve

to have a positive attitude toward something

Contoh
  • 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.
Contoh untuk pelajar
  • 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)

Contoh
  • The panel considered her application favorably.
  • The proposal was viewed favorably by senior management.
  • We would consider it favorably if the price were lower.
Contoh untuk pelajar
  • 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

Contoh
  • 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.
Contoh untuk pelajar
  • 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

Contoh
  • Customers responded favorably to the updated packaging.
  • The market reacted favorably to the earnings report.
  • She didn’t react favorably to the suggestion.
Contoh untuk pelajar
  • They responded favorably to our offer.

reflect favorably on

1
/ɹɪflˈɛkt fˈeɪvɚəbli ˈɔn/
fixed phrase

make someone look good

to make someone look good

Contoh
  • 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.
Contoh untuk pelajar
  • 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

Contoh
  • 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.
Contoh untuk pelajar
  • He spoke favorably of the hotel.

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