1
as in nicely
in a pleasing way
her violin teacher has been favorably impressed with her progress
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2
as in positively
in an approving manner
most critics reviewed the movie favorably
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Recent Examples of favorably
Despite uncertain timing of herd rebuilding, risk/reward skews favorably, in our view.
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Michael Bloom, CNBC, 15 May 2026
Wall Street, employees and the business public greeted the choice favorably, despite the many challenges facing Disney’s new leader and all legacy media companies.
—Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 13 May 2026
Excluding Lyles, Ajmera polled the best among the two groups, with about half of Democrats seeing her favorably and 28% of independents.
—Charlotte Observer, 12 May 2026
Another survey, released Thursday and conducted by Emerson College Polling Massachusetts, reported 45% of its respondents viewed Healey favorably, with 35% having unfavorable view of the governor, and 20% undecided.
—Tim Dunn, Boston Herald, 9 May 2026
The land Miami Dade College and the state of Florida gave to Trump’s foundation for the project is favorably zoned for development, and would likely require few, if any, additional zoning changes or approvals to build a skyscraper on site.
—Claire Heddles, Miami Herald, 8 May 2026
Rosenfeld said that the Steve Madden brand continued to gain momentum, with consumers responding favorably to its on-trend assortments.
—Vicki M. Young, Footwear News, 6 May 2026
But in spite of all that love for royalty, that same YouGov poll found only 42% of Americans view King Charles III favorably; Camilla clocks in at 30% approval.
—Kelly Lawler, USA Today, 30 Apr. 2026
Most Britons aren't viewing the king's trip favorably.
—Kathryn Watson, CBS News, 27 Apr. 2026
Michael Bloom, CNBC, 15 May 2026
Wall Street, employees and the business public greeted the choice favorably, despite the many challenges facing Disney’s new leader and all legacy media companies.
—Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 13 May 2026
Excluding Lyles, Ajmera polled the best among the two groups, with about half of Democrats seeing her favorably and 28% of independents.
—Charlotte Observer, 12 May 2026
Another survey, released Thursday and conducted by Emerson College Polling Massachusetts, reported 45% of its respondents viewed Healey favorably, with 35% having unfavorable view of the governor, and 20% undecided.
—Tim Dunn, Boston Herald, 9 May 2026
The land Miami Dade College and the state of Florida gave to Trump’s foundation for the project is favorably zoned for development, and would likely require few, if any, additional zoning changes or approvals to build a skyscraper on site.
—Claire Heddles, Miami Herald, 8 May 2026
Rosenfeld said that the Steve Madden brand continued to gain momentum, with consumers responding favorably to its on-trend assortments.
—Vicki M. Young, Footwear News, 6 May 2026
But in spite of all that love for royalty, that same YouGov poll found only 42% of Americans view King Charles III favorably; Camilla clocks in at 30% approval.
—Kelly Lawler, USA Today, 30 Apr. 2026
Most Britons aren't viewing the king's trip favorably.
—Kathryn Watson, CBS News, 27 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for favorably
Adverb
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The space is simple but nicely laid out with attractive finishes.—
Katie McDonough,
Curbed,
18 May 2026
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Aberg has bounced back nicely after his collapse on Sunday at the Players Championship earlier this year.—
Jeff Hartman,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2026
Adverb
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The contestants encourage each other to do their best and think positively, coming together to offer support when someone is having a bad day.—
Sarah Wang,
PEOPLE,
16 May 2026
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The elimination of extreme infield shifts, larger bases, only three pickoff throws, a limit on how relief pitchers can be used, and the pitch clock were supposed to positively impact hitting.—
Barry M. Bloom,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2026
Adverb
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That doesn’t bode well for summer road trip plans.—
Byron Hurd,
The Drive,
15 May 2026
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Several other concerns were raised during the roughly three-hour hearing, including questions about how to best protect visitors and participants from federal immigration raids.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
15 May 2026
Adverb
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But manage again when the Yankees great known as Donnie Baseball was about to turn 65?—
Dan Gelston,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Apr. 2026
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Jack Nicholson appeared in a rare photo as the cinema great turned 89.—
Lauryn Overhultz,
FOXNews.com,
24 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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The profile Avedon paints is that of a relentless seeker and high-flying achiever, and a deliciously unapologetic contrarian.—
Sheri Linden,
HollywoodReporter,
17 May 2026
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However it was intended, what Farhadi has brilliantly cooked up ultimately feels wholly original and deliciously crafted on every level.—
Pete Hammond,
Deadline,
14 May 2026
Adverb
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Marettimo The most remote of the Egadi Islands, tiny Marettimo—accessible via ferry from Trapani—remains delightfully rustic thanks to its limited accessibility, near absence of cars, and lack of large hotels.—
Nicky Swallow,
Travel + Leisure,
17 May 2026
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That Week 6 game against the Seahawks will be delightfully ugly.—
Luca Evans,
Denver Post,
14 May 2026
Adverb
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Its leaves are finely cut, giving it a deceptively delicate appearance, but this is a tough plant that is not fazed by heat and climbs rapidly to cover a support.—
Rita Pelczar,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 May 2026
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Recipe information Mix 1 shallot, finely chopped, juice of 1 lime, and a pinch of kosher salt in a bowl and let sit.—
Nina Moskowitz,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
10 May 2026
Adverb
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To that end, here’s a selection of the best (and most enjoyably bad) literary film and TV coming to streaming services this month.—
Emily Temple,
Literary Hub,
30 Apr. 2026
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Chatting with the peddler Rutherford Selig (Bradley Stryker, enjoyably channeling Deadwood), Bynum casually unzips the surface of reality and dips into the waters below.—
Sara Holdren,
Vulture,
26 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Favorably.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/favorably. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
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