Word FAVOUR: meanings, synonyms & antonyms

favour

🇺🇸 [ˈfeɪvər]

Meanings

An act of kindness or support, often one that is done for someone without expecting anything in return. Favour can also refer to a preference or special treatment given to someone. It often creates goodwill or strengthens personal relationships.

Examples

• She did me a favour by picking up my dry cleaning.
• He asked for a favour from his colleague to cover for him.
• They helped us out with a favour when we needed it most.

Synonyms

kindness • support • help

Antonyms

hindrance • disfavor • unhelpfulness