favorite
favorite is a polysyllabic word with 2 syllables. Using the Knuth-Liang algorithm, we calculated the hyphenation for the word you’ve entered. However, this hyphenation has not been verified against authoritative sources and may be approximate. This is because the algorithm relies on pre-defined patterns that may not cover all exceptions, contextual variations, or irregular spellings. We are working to verify hyphenations against trusted sources to ensure greater accuracy. For now, favorite is hyphenated as:
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- A person or thing who enjoys special regard or favour.
Example: "The teacher's favourite always went first."
- A person who is preferred or trusted above all others.
- A contestant or competitor thought most likely to win.
Synonyms: "top dog"
Example: "She's the favourite, she'll probably be elected."
- A bookmark in a web browser.
- (in the plural) A short curl dangling over the temples, fashionable in the reign of Charles II.
- To favour.
- To bookmark.
- To add to one's list of favourite items on a website that allows users to compile such lists.
- Preferred or liked above all others (unless qualified).
Example: "This is my second favourite occupation."
- Belonging to a category whose members are all preferred or liked over nonmembers.
Example: "I just saw a movie with all my favourite actors in it."
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