favorite

• Usado no inglês americano para descrever aquilo que é preferido acima de todo o resto; que recebe tratamento especial ou é o mais estimado.

Used in American English to describe something that is preferred above all others.

1. Most liked or preferredA1formal

   Regarded with special liking or preference; chosen above others.

   Favorito

   • This is my favorite song of all time.
   • Her favorite color is blue.
   • What is your favorite movie?

   Sinônimosbelovedchoicechosendarlingdearfavoredpetpreferredselect

   Antônimosdisliked

• Substantivo que designa uma pessoa ou coisa que é preferida entre todas as outras, ou que recebe simpatia ou aprovação especial.

A noun referring to a person or thing that is preferred above all others, or regarded with special liking or approval.

1. Preferred person or thingA1formal

   A person or thing that is liked more than others of the same kind.

   Favorito

   • Chocolate ice cream is my favorite.
   • She is the teacher's favorite in the class.
   • This song is an old favorite of mine.

   Sinônimosbelovedchoicedarlingfavouritepetpickpreference

2. Likely winnerB1formal

   The competitor or candidate considered most likely to win or succeed.

   Favorito

   • The defending champion is the clear favorite to win the match.
   • This horse is the favorite in the race.
   • The team is the favorite to take the championship this year.

   Sinônimosshoo-in

   Antônimoslongshotunderdog