Read the dictionary definition of favorable. All definitions for this word.
1. giving an advantage
1. a contract advantageous to our country
2. socially advantageous to entertain often
2. presaging or likely to bring good luck or a good outcome
1. a favorable time to ask for a raise
2. lucky stars
3. a prosperous moment to make a decision
3. (of winds or weather) tending to promote or facilitate
1. the days were fair and the winds were favorable
4. encouraging or approving or pleasing
1. a favorable reply
2. he received a favorable rating
3. listened with a favorable ear
4. made a favorable impression
