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favorites

n. countable
A1 Beginner US //ˈfeɪvɝɪts// UK //fˈeɪvəɹɪts// fa·vorites

n. the people or things that you like more than any others. You use this word to talk about your top choices for food, movies, or music.

n. the entities or items preferred above all others of the same kind. Often used in digital contexts to refer to bookmarked websites or saved content.


SIMPLE

I added the new songs to my list of favorites.

CONTEXTUAL

The teacher asked the children to draw pictures of their favorites, including their pets and best friends.

COMPLEX

While the gallery features many talented artists, these three paintings remain the clear favorites among long-time collectors and casual visitors alike.

Synonyms
Usage

Usually used in the plural form when referring to a general category of preferred things.

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