Favorite ( noun , adjective )

(As a noun)

Favorite ( noun )

1. A person or thing that is preferred over all others.
2. A competitor regarded as most likely to win.

Origin:

From middle french 'favorit', past participle of 'favorir' (to favor), from latin 'favor' (favor, goodwill).

Examples:

1. Chocolate is my favorite.
2. My favorite actor is Tom Hanks.
3. The team's star player is the favorite to win the championship.
4. He's the favorite to win the election.
5. The restaurant's favorite is their famous burger.

(As an adjective)

Favorite ( adjective )

1. A person or thing that is preferred over all others.
2. A competitor regarded as most likely to win.

Origin:

From middle french 'favorit', past participle of 'favorir' (to favor), from latin 'favor' (favor, goodwill).

Examples:

1. Chocolate is my favorite.
2. My favorite actor is Tom Hanks.
3. The team's star player is the favorite to win the championship.
4. He's the favorite to win the election.
5. The restaurant's favorite is their famous burger.