noun

disfavor

disfavour, disapproval, dislike

The new policy is viewed with disfavor by many.

The new policy is viewed with disfavour by many.

He fell into disfavor with the king.

He fell into disfavour with the king.

((with sb.)) a state of disapproval from (sb.) He fell into disfavour with the king.

Synonyms: disapproval, dislike, displeasure; Antonyms: favour, approval, esteem

From the prefix 'dis-' (not, opposite of) and 'favour' (approval). Literally 'the opposite of favour'.

Think of 'dis-' as in 'disapprove'. If you view something with disfavor, you disapprove of it.

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