1.an act of gracious kindness
2.an advantage to the benefit of someone or something;
the outcome was in his favor
3.an inclination to approve;
that style is in favor this season
4.a feeling of favorable regard
5.souvenir consisting of a small gift given to a guest at a party
1.promote over another;
he favors his second daughter
2.consider as the favorite;
The local team was favored
3.treat gently or carefully
4.bestow a privilege upon