favourable

Definition

Apt to win favour; pleasing.

Etymology

From Middle English favourable, from Old French favorable, from Latin favōrābilis, from favor. By surface analysis, favour + -able.

Example Sentences

• "The candidate wearing the business suit made a favourable impression."
• "The proposal has received many favourable comments."
• "The batteries were supplied by Chloride Batteries Limited, under favourable terms, and the stationary charging plants at Aberdeen and Ballater were similarly supplied by Bruce Peebles Limited."

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