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dis·fa·vor

disfavor

 
pronunciation:
dIs feI vr
parts of speech:
noun, transitive verb
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part of speech: noun
definition 1: unfavorable regard or opinion; displeasure or disapproval.
synonyms:
disapprobation, disapproval, disesteem, displeasure
antonyms:
favor
similar words:
discontentment, dislike, dissatisfaction
definition 2: the state or condition of being regarded with displeasure or disapproval.
an artist in disfavor with the public
synonyms:
disgrace, disrepute
antonyms:
favor
similar words:
discredit, dishonor, ignominy, opprobrium, shame
definition 3: a harmful or unkind act.
The president did himself a disfavor by choosing poor advisors.
synonyms:
disservice
antonyms:
favor
similar words:
affront, discourtesy, harm, injury, insult, offense, wrong
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part of speech: transitive verb
inflections: disfavors, disfavoring, disfavored
definition: to regard or treat with disapproval or displeasure.
synonyms:
disapprove
antonyms:
favor
similar words:
deprecate, discountenance, disparage, mind
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