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(clausal, followed by for or about) Placing an emphasis of concern, interest or importance on someone or something
Present participle for to have a preference for
“Renee tends to favor dark clothes to match her usual mood.”
Present participle for to advocate or show support or approval of
“It is as if citizens will favor a candidate if they admire her character but know nothing of what she stands for.”
Present participle for to work to the advantage of
“The forest area is shady and the soil is damp, conditions that favor the growth of trees.”
Present participle for to endow with a quality, ability, or asset
“After six lances were broken against the Prince, he was sure the gods would favor him with a victory as he rode clutching his seventh lance.”
Present participle for to be obliging or show beneficence toward
“The singer was at the party only as a guest, but was kind enough to favor us with an entertaining ditty.”
(dialectal, Southern US) Present participle for to resemble or look like, especially a parent or relative
“He favors his momma, she favors her daddy.”
Full of virtue, having excellent moral character
Tolerant of deviation
Enjoying notable support or preference
Something that promotes action or activity, especially in an official capacity
The action or fact of coddling or pampering someone
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