Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

unfavorable

adjective
/ʌnˈfeɪ.və.bəl/
Definition
not advantageous or helpful
Examples
  • The weather conditions were unfavorable for a picnic.
  • His unfavorable review of the book disappointed the author.
  • They faced unfavorable odds in the competition.
Meaning
unfavorable refers to conditions or situations that do not support a particular outcome or interest.
Synonyms
  • adverse
  • disadvantageous
  • unfavorable
  • detrimental
  • hostile