B2adjectiveUK spelling: unfavourablebusinessmedia
US/ʌnˈfeɪ.vər.ə.bəl/
UK/ʌnˈfeɪ.vər.ə.bəl/
not good or helpful, or showing that you do not approve of something
In context
The weather forecast was unfavorable, so the match was postponed until Sunday.
The film received unfavorable reviews from most critics.
Unfavorable exchange rates made the trip more expensive than we had planned.
Words that go with unfavorable
adjective + noun
- unfavorable reviewThe book got an unfavorable review in the paper.
- unfavorable conditionsUnfavorable conditions delayed the harvest.
- unfavorable weatherUnfavorable weather ruined our picnic.
- unfavorable impressionHe made an unfavorable impression on her parents.
- unfavorable termsThey signed the contract on unfavorable terms.
- unfavorable outcomeAn unfavorable outcome could cost the firm millions.