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- DictionaryUn·fa·vor·a·ble/ˌənˈfāv(ə)r(ə)bəl/
adjective
- 1. expressing or showing a lack of approval or support: "single mothers are often the target of unfavorable press attention"
- 2. adverse; inauspicious: "it would be unwise to sell the company while the economic circumstances are so unfavorable"
The meaning of UNFAVORABLE is opposed, contrary. How to use unfavorable in a sentence.
Unfavorable definition: not favorable; contrary; adverse. See examples of UNFAVORABLE used in a sentence.
not giving you an advantage or a good chance of success, or not successful: Current conditions are very unfavorable for new businesses. We have to be prepared for an unfavorable outcome. C2. negative and showing that you do not like something: He always talks about her in an unfavorable way.
adjective. not encouraging or approving or pleasing. “ unfavorable conditions”. “an unfavorable comparison”. “" unfavorable comments", "unfavorable impression”. synonyms: unfavourable. negative. expressing or consisting of a negation or refusal or denial. critical.
having or showing a negative opinion: The play received generally unfavorable reviews. unfavorable adjective (NOT HELPFUL) not tending to help; not likely to lead to a positive result: Unfavorable weather conditions this morning caused a postponement of the launch of the space shuttle.
Unfavorable conditions or circumstances cause problems for you and reduce your chances of success. The decision to delay the launch stems from unfavorable weather conditions. The whole international economic situation is very unfavorable for the countries in the south.
1. Likely to be a hindrance; disadvantageous: unfavorable winds. 2. Having or showing opposition; adverse: an unfavorable reaction to our proposal. un·fa′vor·a·ble·ness n. un·fa′vor·a·bly adv. American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fifth Edition.
1. : likely to cause problems or difficulties. unfavorable [= bad] weather for a camping trip. 2. : expressing disapproval. unfavorable [= critical] comments. The movie has gotten some unfavorable [= bad] reviews. She formed an unfavorable impression of him.
Definition of unfavorable adjective in Oxford Advanced American Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
Having or showing opposition; adverse. An unfavorable reaction to our proposal. American Heritage. (of a belief, state of mind, etc) Not favorable, disapproving. Wiktionary. (of wind or weather) Causing obstacles or delay; not conducive to travel or work; inclement. Wiktionary. More Adjective Definitions (1) Synonyms: unfavourable. pejorative.
