favorite
Translation
favourite
Examples
What is your favorite color?
What is your favourite colour?
This is my favorite song.
This is my favourite song.
Grammar Patterns
((noun)) preferred above all others What is your favourite colour?
Similar Words
Synonyms: preferred, beloved, cherished; Antonyms: least favourite, disliked
Etymology
From Latin 'favere' meaning 'to show kindness to'. Something you show 'favour' to is your 'favourite'. Note the British spelling 'favourite'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'favour' – the thing you favour most is your favourite. The American spelling is 'favorite'.