disfavor (Meaning)
disfavor (n)
the state of being out of favor
an inclination to withhold approval from some person or group
disfavor (v)
put at a disadvantage; hinder, harm
disfavor (n.)
Want of favor of favorable regard; disesteem; disregard.
The state of not being in favor; a being under the displeasure of some one; state of unacceptableness; as, to be in disfavor at court.
An unkindness; a disobliging act.
disfavor (v. t.)
To withhold or withdraw favor from; to regard with disesteem; to show disapprobation of; to discountenance.
To injure the form or looks of.
Synonyms & Antonyms of disfavor
disfavor Sentence Examples
- My boss regarded my creative work with disfavor, claiming it deviated from the company's established norms.
- The proposal was met with disfavor, as it entailed significant changes to the current operation.
- The new policy garnered disfavor among the staff, who felt it unfairly targeted certain individuals.
- The politician's stance on immigration drew disfavor from both sides of the political spectrum.
- The public held the mayor in disfavor due to his handling of the recent financial crisis.
- The team's abysmal performance throughout the season earned them the disfavor of their loyal fan base.
- The school's strict dress code was met with disfavor by the student body, who argued for greater freedom of expression.
- The critic's review of the play was overwhelmingly negative, expressing disfavor for the acting, plot, and overall production value.
- The company's decision to relocate its headquarters overseas drew disfavor from local residents, who feared it would lead to job losses.
- The new law faced disfavor from environmental groups, who argued that it would weaken protections for endangered species.
FAQs About the word disfavor
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liking, relish, preference, preference, appetite, use, taste,favor, favor, fondness
My boss regarded my creative work with disfavor, claiming it deviated from the company's established norms.
The proposal was met with disfavor, as it entailed significant changes to the current operation.
The new policy garnered disfavor among the staff, who felt it unfairly targeted certain individuals.
The politician's stance on immigration drew disfavor from both sides of the political spectrum.
