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DISFAVOR

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Disfavor.

Disfavor - as a noun

The state of being out of favor

Example: "He is in disfavor with the king"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
disfavour16
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
rejection18
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

An inclination to withhold approval from some person or group

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
disapproval19disfavour16dislike12
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
disposition14inclination13tendency14
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Disfavor - as a verb

Put at a disadvantage; hinder, harm

Example: "This rule clearly disadvantages me"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
disadvantage18disfavour16
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
discriminate17separate10single out
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"He fell out of favor with his boss and was put in disfavor at work."
"The company's decision to lay off workers met with disfavor among the employees."
"The politician's controversial statement resulted in disfavor from the public."
"The team's poor performance brought them into disfavor with their fans."
"The new dress code received disfavor from the employees who felt it was too restrictive."
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Word Game Points

Is DISFAVOR a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, disfavor is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

DISFAVOR has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.

Is DISFAVOR a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, disfavor is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DISFAVOR has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.

Is DISFAVOR a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, disfavor is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DISFAVOR has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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