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favourably

 

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Adverbial favourably has 1 sense
  1. favorably, favourably - showing approval; "he reviewed the play favorably"

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Favourably

Description

Favourably is an adverb that is used to describe something or someone in a positive or favorable manner. It indicates that the subject is regarded positively, with approval or preference.

Senses and Usages

1. Adverb

a) Advantageously:

Example Sentence: The new tax incentives will impact small businesses favourably.

b) In a positive way:

Example Sentence: The company was reviewed favourably by the critics.

c) Sympathetically or kindly:

Example Sentence: The judge looked at the case favourably and granted the defendant a lighter sentence.

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