Definition

A person or team that is equally favored to win a competition or event, often alongside another person or team.

Example

The two players were cofavorites to win the championship this year.

Conversation

Did you see the latest odds for the championship?

Yeah, it's interesting how they have two teams as cofavorites this year.

I know! I didn't expect that at all from the underdogs.

Right? It makes the whole tournament way more exciting.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Cofavorite → It is formed from "co-" (meaning together) and "favorite" (from Latin "favorem", meaning favor or preference). The word "cofavorite" means someone who shares the same preference or favorite with another person.

Memory Tip

Think of 'together' ('co-') sharing a 'preference' ('favorite') — that's why cofavorite means someone who has the same favorite as you.

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