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- [uhn-fey-ver-uh-buh l]
- /ʌnˈfeɪ vər ə bəl/
- /ən.ˈfeɪ.və.rə.bli/
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- [uhn-fey-ver-uh-buh l]
- /ʌnˈfeɪ vər ə bəl/
Definitions of unfavorably word
- adjective unfavorably not favorable; contrary; adverse: an unfavorable wind. 1
- adjective unfavorably not propitious: an unfavorable omen. 1
- adjective unfavorably unfortunate; undesirable; disadvantageous: an unfavorable development. 1
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Origin of unfavorably
First appearance:
before 1540 One of the 30% oldest English words
Middle English word dating back to 1540-50; See origin at un-1, favorable
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Parts of speech for Unfavorably
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
unfavorably popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 89% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
According to our data most of word are more popular. This word is almost not used. It has a much more popular synonym.
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This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for unfavorably
adv unfavorably
- abominably — repugnantly hateful; detestable; loathsome: an abominable crime.
- adversely — unfavorable or antagonistic in purpose or effect: adverse criticism.
- afoul — in or into a state of difficulty, confusion, or conflict (with)
- amiss — If you say that something is amiss, you mean there is something wrong.
- badly — If something is done badly or goes badly, it is not very successful or effective.
adverb unfavorably
- critically — inclined to find fault or to judge with severity, often too readily.
- discouragingly — In a discouraging manner.
- disparagingly — that disparages; tending to belittle or bring reproach upon: a disparaging remark.
- erringly — In an erring manner; with mistakes or sins.
- erroneously — In an erroneous manner.
Antonyms for unfavorably
adv unfavorably
- amiably — having or showing pleasant, good-natured personal qualities; affable: an amiable disposition.
- approvingly — to speak or think favorably of; pronounce or consider agreeable or good; judge favorably: to approve the policies of the administration.
- auspiciously — promising success; propitious; opportune; favorable: an auspicious occasion.
- conveniently — suitable or agreeable to the needs or purpose; well-suited with respect to facility or ease in use; favorable, easy, or comfortable for use.
- favorably — characterized by approval or support; positive: a favorable report.
adverb unfavorably
- advantageously — providing an advantage; furnishing convenience or opportunity; favorable; profitable; useful; beneficial: an advantageous position; an advantageous treaty.
- enthusiastically — In an enthusiastic manner.
- highly — in or to a high degree; extremely: highly amusing; highly seasoned food.
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