favored

adjective fa·vored \ˈfā-vərd\

: given special advantages over others : preferred over others

: considered most likely to win

Full Definition of FAVORED

: having an appearance or features of a particular kind <hard-favored>

: endowed with special advantages or gifts

: providing preferential treatment <favored rates of credit>

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15th century

Synonyms: beloved, cherished, dear, fair-haired, darling, favorite, fond, loved, pet, precious, special, sweet, white-headed

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