adj. 25B6; adjective
a favourable assessment of his ability : APPROVING, commendatory, complimentary, flattering, glowing, enthusiastic; good, pleasing, positive; informal rave.
conditions are favourable : ADVANTAGEOUS, beneficial, in one's favour, good, right, suitable, fitting, appropriate; propitious, auspicious, promising, encouraging.
a favourable reply : POSITIVE, affirmative, assenting, agreeing, approving; encouraging, reassuring.
critical, disadvantageous, negative.