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disfavor

Pronunciation: [dɪsˈfeɪvər]

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Learn how to use disfavor in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “relationship”

(noun) disfavor means a lack of support or approval from others. When someone is in disfavor, people are not pleased with them or their actions.

Example

After helping his classmates, he was back in their favor again.

Example

Her disfavor with the teacher made it hard for her to participate in class.

Example

Why do you think he fell into disfavor with his friends?

Context: “relationship”

(verb) to disfavor someone means to not support them or to treat them less favorably. If you disfavor a game, you choose not to play it or enjoy it.

Example

The coach favored players who worked hard and showed good sportsmanship.

Example

They did not disfavor anyone just because they lost the last match.

Example

Do you disfavor any particular sport or activity?

How to pronounce disfavor

Pronunciation: [dɪsˈfeɪvər]

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