disfavored
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /dɪsˈfeɪvəd/
KK: /dɪsˈfeɪvərd/
adjective
Definition
Not liked or preferred; receiving less support or approval than others.
Example
The disfavored team struggled to gain attention from the fans.
Conversation
I heard that some students feel disfavored in our class.
Really? I didn't notice that at all.
Yeah, it seems like they're not getting enough attention from the teacher.
That's a shame; everyone deserves to feel valued in class.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
unpopular
disliked
unfavored
Antonyms
favored
preferred
popular
verb
Definition
To be in a position where someone or something is not liked or preferred.
Example
She felt disfavored by her peers after the decision was made.
Tense Forms
Past: disfavored
Past Participle: disfavored
Conversation
Did you hear that the team disfavored the new player during the selection?
Yeah, I heard that. It's surprising, considering how talented he is.
I know! It's like they disfavored him for no good reason.
Root Explanation
Disfavored → It is formed from "dis-" (meaning apart or away) and "favored" (from the Latin "favorem", meaning favor or support). The word "disfavored" means to be regarded with disfavor or not supported.
Memory Tip
Think of being treated 'apart' or 'away' from 'favor' — that's why disfavored means not receiving support or approval.
Visually Confused Words
savored
favored