favorably

favorably — adverb

1. with approval, or in a way that gives support or advantage to someone or somethi

1.副詞B2
釋義

with approval, or in a way that gives support or advantage to someone or something

例句

The hiring panel looked favorably on Mira's years of classroom experience.

look favorably on + noun

Customers responded favorably after the bakery brought back its rice cakes.

同義詞
  • positively

    A broader word for good reactions or results, without the formal judgment tone.

  • approvingly

    Emphasizes clear approval in attitude, expression, or comment.

  • sympathetically

    Adds understanding or kindness, rather than simply a good judgment.

反義詞
  • unfavorably

    The direct opposite in judgments, decisions, or reactions.

  • negatively

    Broader and less formal, often used for bad reactions or results.

文法句型

look favorably on + noun

rule favorably for + person or group

speak favorably about + noun

用法筆記

Common after verbs of judgment, reaction, and decision, such as look on, respond, rule, and speak. It is often followed by on, for, or about to show the target of the positive judgment.

常見錯誤

❌The board reacted favorable to the idea.
✅The board reacted favorably to the idea.
💡After a verb like 'react', use the adverb 'favorably', not the adjective 'favorable'.