fave

noun

variants or less commonly fav
plural faves also favs
fave adjective

Examples of fave in a Sentence

I like all the actors on the show, but he's my fave. chocolate ice cream is my absolute fave
Recent Examples on the Web Like with so many other US faves, variations abound. Cnn.com Wire Service, The Mercury News, 26 Sep. 2024 The Yankees, who stand alone atop the AL at 91-64, are the touts’ second faves at +425, while Philly’s right up there at +475. Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 22 Sep. 2024 Hacks, a show about an aging stand-up comedian played by Jean Smart, won Outstanding Comedy Series over fan fave The Bear, and the fact that this win was a surprise to viewers is kind of an issue in itself. Katherine Singh, refinery29.com, 16 Sep. 2024 Of course, Coach also carries tons of absolutely drool-worthy shoes (the silver Mary Janes are my faves). Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 16 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for fave 

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Word History

First Known Use

1938, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of fave was in 1938

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“Fave.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fave. Accessed 13 Oct. 2024.

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