favourite

• Que l'on préfère à tout autre ; que l'on aime particulièrement.

Preferring something above all others; most liked.

1. Preferred above all othersA1formal

   Regarded with particular liking or preference; chosen as the best-liked among a group.

   Préféré

   • Her favourite color is blue.
   • This is my favourite restaurant in the city.
   • He always orders his favourite dish when we go there.

   Synonymeschosendarlingdearestfavoredpetpreferredtreasured

   Antonymesleast

2. Appealing to the general publicA2informal

   Widely liked or popular among many people; having broad appeal.

   Apprécié du grand public

   • That song became a favourite among teenagers.
   • The park is a favourite spot for picnics.
   • This brand is a favourite with budget-conscious shoppers.

   Synonymesbelovedfavoredpopular

• Nom désignant une personne ou une chose que l'on préfère ou que l'on tient en estime particulière, comme un concurrent considéré comme le plus susceptible de gagner, ou une personne que l'on aime tout particulièrement.

A noun referring to a person or thing that is regarded with special favor or liking, such as a competitor thought likely to win or a beloved individual.

1. Likely winnerB1formal

   A competitor or participant that is considered most likely to win a contest or competition.

   favori (sens de vainqueur probable)

   • The defending champion is the clear favourite to win the tournament.
   • The horse was the favourite in the race.
   • She is the favourite to take home the gold medal.

   Synonymesfavoritefront-runner

   Antonymeslongshotunderdog

2. Beloved personA2informal

   A person who is treated with special affection or preference, often in a romantic or familial context.

   être cher

   • He brought flowers for his favourite.
   • The youngest child is often the favourite of the family.
   • She is the favourite of the group, always getting the best seat.

   Synonymesbeloveddarlingdearlovepetsweethearttreasure

3. Preferred thingA1informal

   An item, activity, or thing that is liked more than others of the same kind.

   Chose préférée

   • Chocolate ice cream is my favourite.
   • This song is a favourite among fans.
   • Her favourite is the blue dress in the window.

   Synonymeschoicedarlingfavoritepetpickpreferenceselection