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
Somehow there are Republicans (14%) who also view socialism favorably.
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Sal Rodriguez, Oc Register, 7 Nov. 2025
Recent polls show most college students view socialism more favorably than capitalism.
—Cameron Schoppa, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2025
Your age when the cancer was first detected and how favorably your body responded to treatment are other important considerations.
—Marnie Goodfriend, Flow Space, 27 Oct. 2025
The complaint also accused Oakland Unified of discriminating against students by publicizing Arab American Heritage Month more favorably than Jewish Heritage Month and linking to the Arab Resource and Organizing Center, which the law firm alleges is anti-Israel.
—Molly Gibbs, Mercury News, 24 Oct. 2025
The Chiefs’ collection of historical stuff must compare favorably to that of any NFL team, simply because such items were important to Lamar Hunt.
—Blair Kerkhoff, Kansas City Star, 24 Oct. 2025
Stretching is an additional tool that improves flexibility, reduces stress, and favorably influences blood pressure, which is linked to long-term cardiovascular risk, Grant said.
—Stephanie Brown, Verywell Health, 24 Oct. 2025
The schedule breaks favorably going forward.
—Dana O'Neil, CNN Money, 24 Oct. 2025
Other park visitors were assessing the cans favorably that day, too.
—Gloria Liu, Outside Online, 22 Oct. 2025
Sal Rodriguez, Oc Register, 7 Nov. 2025
Recent polls show most college students view socialism more favorably than capitalism.
—Cameron Schoppa, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2025
Your age when the cancer was first detected and how favorably your body responded to treatment are other important considerations.
—Marnie Goodfriend, Flow Space, 27 Oct. 2025
The complaint also accused Oakland Unified of discriminating against students by publicizing Arab American Heritage Month more favorably than Jewish Heritage Month and linking to the Arab Resource and Organizing Center, which the law firm alleges is anti-Israel.
—Molly Gibbs, Mercury News, 24 Oct. 2025
The Chiefs’ collection of historical stuff must compare favorably to that of any NFL team, simply because such items were important to Lamar Hunt.
—Blair Kerkhoff, Kansas City Star, 24 Oct. 2025
Stretching is an additional tool that improves flexibility, reduces stress, and favorably influences blood pressure, which is linked to long-term cardiovascular risk, Grant said.
—Stephanie Brown, Verywell Health, 24 Oct. 2025
The schedule breaks favorably going forward.
—Dana O'Neil, CNN Money, 24 Oct. 2025
Other park visitors were assessing the cans favorably that day, too.
—Gloria Liu, Outside Online, 22 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for favorably
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But the turnaround under Boeing CEO Kelly Ortberg is still progressing nicely, driven by better execution on its 737 program.—
Jeff Marks,
CNBC,
4 Nov. 2025
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In short, Beats Fit Pro blends punchy audio, a super-secure fit, and capable ANC in a tidy package that favors iPhone users while still playing nicely with Android for 26% off right now.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
4 Nov. 2025
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Scrolling social feeds reveals a relentless parade of fireplace mantels draped in plaid and velvet, clusters of vintage nutcrackers beneath dark-wood shelves, and tablescapes positively roaring with holiday maximalism.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
4 Nov. 2025
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After the ribbon-cutting ceremony, Scarbrough handed out two surprise scholarships to youth who have contributed positively to the Milwaukee community.—
Anna Kleiber,
jsonline.com,
2 Nov. 2025
Adverb
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Strength, endurance, agility and mental toughness are tested in constantly changing combinations designed to reward the most well-rounded performers.—
NWA Democrat-Gazette,
Arkansas Online,
10 Nov. 2025
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In Southern cuisine, a main dish is best complemented by a host of incredible side dishes.—
Patricia S York,
Southern Living,
9 Nov. 2025
Adverb
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And for traveling aesthetes, great-looking new hotels, restaurants, wineries, and galleries might make the Algarve even more desirable.—
Chadner Navarro,
Vogue,
30 Oct. 2025
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The audience also erupted each time Leonard scored; the Aztecs great finished with a team-high 18 points.—
Kyle Kensing,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 Oct. 2025
Adverb
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But for the two-hour show’s climax, stars Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo veered deliciously off-topic to cover a medley of songs first made famous 62 years ago by Barbra Streisand and Judy Garland.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
7 Nov. 2025
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So how did the beloved brand land on something so deliciously Southern for their newest flavor?—
Kait Hanson,
Southern Living,
5 Nov. 2025
Adverb
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The Thrombeys are delightfully awful, trading barbs as easily as another family might pass food around a Thanksgiving table.—
Anna Russell,
New Yorker,
10 Nov. 2025
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Affordable, durable, and delightfully comfy—this is one gift guaranteed to be worn on repeat.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
10 Nov. 2025
Adverb
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Absolutely bonkers in the best way possible, Hellsing Ultimate offers a singular and finely tuned reinvention of the famous bloodsucker assassin.—
Declan Gallagher,
Entertainment Weekly,
30 Oct. 2025
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The elephants were more solemn and inward-looking than we are typically shown, the zebras startlingly intricate and finely drawn.—
AFAR Media,
AFAR Media,
30 Oct. 2025
Adverb
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Snook is excellent at playing tremulous and overwhelming feeling without ever seeming hammy or phony, and Marissa’s raw emotion anchors All Her Fault in something real even as the plot reveals grow increasingly (and enjoyably) outrageous.—
Angie Han,
HollywoodReporter,
5 Nov. 2025
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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
September 30,
Literary Hub,
30 Sep. 2025
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“Favorably.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/favorably. Accessed 11 Nov. 2025.
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