Favourably Meaning in English

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Definition

In a way that shows approval, support, or is likely to produce a good result. Often used when judging, commenting, or considering something positively.

Usage & Nuances

Formal and often used in written English (reports, reviews). Common collocations: 'viewed favourably', 'responded favourably', 'favourably impressed'. UK spelling is 'favourably', US spelling is 'favorably'. Usually used to describe opinions, reactions, or results.

• Spanish: favorablemente
• Portuguese (BR): favoravelmente
• Portuguese (PT): favoravelmente
• Chinese (Simplified): 有利地 - 积极地
• Chinese (Traditional): 有利地 - 積極地
• Hindi: अनुकूल रूप से
• Arabic: بشكل إيجابي
• Bengali: সুসংগতভাবে - অনুকূলভাবে
• Russian: благоприятно
• Japanese: 好意的に - 好ましく
• Vietnamese: một cách thuận lợi - một cách tích cực
• Korean: 호의적으로 - 긍정적으로
• Turkish: olumlu şekilde - lehte
• Urdu: حوصلہ افزائی کے ساتھ - مثبت طور پر
• Indonesian: secara menguntungkan - secara positif

Example Sentences

Not everyone will respond favourably to the new policy.

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The manager spoke favourably about her work.

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The proposal was received favourably by the board.

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Her application was viewed favourably.

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Investors looked favourably on the company’s growth last year.

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If the interview goes favourably, you may get the job.

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