American English pronunciation
How to pronounce disfavor
IPA transcription: [dɪs'feɪvɚ]
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Noun
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an inclination to withhold approval from some person or group
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the state of being out of favor
“he is in disfavor with the king”
Verb
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put at a disadvantage; hinder, harm
“This rule clearly disadvantages me”
Usage examples
- Observers and commentators expressed their disfavor with the Pro Bowl in its current state.
- The term "Western Orthodox Church" is disfavored by members of that Vicariate.
- The term has fallen out of disfavor and is largely replaced by "pop quiz".