Meaning of favourite in English

1. Pronunciation

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1. Classifying Adjective

   favourite

   Definitions

   1. appealing to the general public

   Examples

   • « a favorite tourist attraction »

   Synonyms

   • popular

2. Noun

   favourite

   Definitions

   1. a competitor thought likely to win
3. 2. a special loved one
4. 3. something regarded with special favor or liking

   Examples

   • « that book is one of my favorites »