favorable

• Qui est positif, avantageux ou qui présente des conditions bonnes pour quelque chose; qui peut aussi indiquer une disposition bienveillante ou une approbation.

Used in American English to describe something that is advantageous, positive, or pleasing.

1. Approving or positiveB1formal

   Expressing approval, support, or a positive opinion.

   Favorable (approbateur)

   • The movie received favorable reviews from critics.
   • She gave a favorable response to the job offer.
   • The committee's decision was favorable to our proposal.

   Synonymesappreciativecomplimentarylaudatorypositivesupportivesympathetic

   Antonymescriticaldisapprovinghostilenegativeunfavorable

2. Advantageous or beneficialB1formal

   Creating conditions that are helpful or beneficial for success.

   Favorable (avantageux, bénéfique)

   • The weather was favorable for the outdoor wedding.
   • The company operates in a favorable economic climate.
   • Favorable exchange rates made travel cheaper.

   Synonymesadvantageousauspiciousbeneficialconducivehelpfulpositivepromisingpropitious

   Antonymesadversedetrimentaldisadvantageousharmfulnegativeunfavorable