Synonyms of favorites

favorites

noun

plural of favorite

as in preferences

a person or thing that is preferred over others

the youngest child was always Mother's favorite

Synonyms & Similar Words

• preferences
• darlings
• pets
• faves
• treasures
• speeds
• minions
• cups of tea
• dears
• sweethearts
• prizes
• jewels
• beloveds

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• abominations
• bugbears
• anathemas
• bêtes noires

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of favorites

Social feeds and Reddit threads are where most grocery dupe discoveries happen, with shoppers posting side by side comparisons and taste tests of store brands against national favorites. — Ashley Lynch, Charlotte Observer, 23 Oct. 2026

The Patriots took care of business last week against the New York Jets as heavy favorites. — Matt Schooley, CBS News, 22 Oct. 2026

The mini Wishbone is one recent example of adult favorites being remade for a younger (and smaller) customer, a practice that goes back decades but has gained fresh attention in recent years. — Steven Weill, Architectural Digest, 22 Oct. 2026

History hasn’t exactly been kind to overwhelming preseason favorites. — Andy Scholes, CNN Money, 22 Oct. 2026

The Broncos have raced to a 2-0 start in conference play and are considered favorites to win the rejuvenated conference in its first full season since 2023, after which most Pac-12 teams scattered to other leagues. — Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 22 Oct. 2026

Each brought new perspective to familiar favorites, with ideas to bring into your everyday wardrobe. — Minty Mellon, Vogue, 22 Oct. 2026

The scene coalesces around a kitchen that dishes out consistent American bar favorites like burgers, sliders, ribs, wraps and wings. — Daniel Hernandez, Los Angeles Times, 21 Oct. 2026

While Madrid look like the favorites on paper, don't write off Leipzig so quickly. — Jibin Joseph, PC Magazine, 20 Oct. 2026