favourite meaning and definition

FAVOURITE noun

Definition of favourite (noun)

1. a competitor thought likely to win
   • synonyms: favorite, front-runner
2. a special loved one
   • synonyms: darling, dearie, deary, ducky, favorite, pet
3. something regarded with special favor or liking
   • "that book is one of my favorites"
   • synonyms: favorite

FAVOURITE adjective

Definition of favourite (adjective)

1. appealing to the general public
   • "a favorite tourist attraction"
   • synonyms: favorite
2. preferred above all others and treated with partiality
   • "the favored child"
   • synonyms: best-loved, favored, favorite, pet, preferent, preferred