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

With the casting for James Bond now very much underway and Elordi continuing to have a strong presence among the favorites for the coveted role, Variety also managed to sneak in a question about whether he’d been involved in the auditions. — Alex Ritman, Variety, 21 Aug. 2026

Cheese, Greek and kale pizzas are customer favorites, or cozy up to a nostalgic helping of lasagna, made with ricotta and mozzarella cheese with marinara or Bolognese sauce. — Usa Today Network, USA Today, 21 Aug. 2026

But customers will also find familiar favorites on the menu, like the eggs Benedict, Belgian waffles, the Balan’s burger and fish and chips. — Connie Ogle, Miami Herald, 21 Aug. 2026

Check the offer page to see which hotels are offering the discount—you’ll be happy to see fan favorites like Disney’s Grand Floridian and Disney’s Wilderness Lodge on the list! — Hannah Chubb, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Aug. 2026

The abundant mountain lilac, laurel sumac and sage kicked this to one to my favorites list. — Maura Fox, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 Aug. 2026

See these and more of our favorites below, or head to Mackenzie-Childs' website to shop it all. — Kelsey Legg, ABC News, 20 Aug. 2026

The early verdict is that Arsenal are the favorites for a reason. — Dean Jones, New York Times, 20 Aug. 2026

Read on for our full guide to the cast and characters of Camp Rock 3, including returning favorites and new campers. — Allison Degrushe, Entertainment Weekly, 13 Aug. 2026