unfavorable

• Qualifie quelque chose qui n'est pas bon ou qui risque de ne pas aboutir à un succès ; exprimant la désapprobation ou la critique.

Describes something that is not good or not likely to lead to success; expressing disapproval or criticism.

1. Not encouraging or approvingB2formal

   Expressing disapproval or lacking support; not pleasing.

   défavorable

   • The review gave an unfavorable opinion of the film.
   • Her proposal received unfavorable feedback from the committee.
   • The weather forecast was unfavorable for our outdoor event.

   Synonymesadverseantagonisticcriticaldisapprovingdiscouragingnegativeopposedunfriendlyunsympathetic

   Antonymesfavorablesupportive

2. Hindering or opposing (weather/wind)B2formal

   Tending to create difficulties or obstacles, especially regarding weather conditions.

   défavorable (météo)

   • Unfavorable winds delayed the ship's arrival.
   • The sailors struggled against unfavorable weather conditions.
   • The flight was canceled due to unfavorable winds.

   Synonymesadversecontraryhostileinauspiciousopposingunpropitious

   Antonymesauspiciousfairfavorablefollowinggoodpropitious

3. Not favorableB2formal

   Lacking positive qualities or outcomes; disadvantageous.

   Défavorable

   • The terms of the contract were unfavorable to the workers.
   • The team faced an unfavorable situation after losing their star player.
   • The economic climate remains unfavorable for small businesses.

   Synonymesadversedetrimentaldisadvantageousinauspiciousnegativeunpropitiousuntoward

   Antonymesadvantageousbeneficialfavorablehelpfulpositive