FAVORITE

Definition

1. adjective appealing to the general public. — synonyms: favourite
2. adjective preferred above all others and treated with partiality. — synonyms: favored, favorite(a), favourite(a), best-loved, pet, preferred, preferent
3. noun something regarded with special favor or liking. — synonyms: favourite
4. noun a special loved one. — synonyms: darling, favourite, pet, dearie, deary, ducky
5. noun a competitor thought likely to win. — synonyms: front-runner, favourite