fave

noun

variants or less commonly fav
plural faves also favs
fave adjective

Examples of fave in a Sentence

I like all the actors on the show, but he's my fave. chocolate ice cream is my absolute fave
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What moved me the most though, is Songs of a Lost World, by one of my all-time faves (and nearly lifelong companions), The Cure. Rolling Stone, 28 Dec. 2024 However, Tubi is also home to great TV shows, including recent hits (Scandal), obscure faves (Farscape), and even some all-time greats (Moonlighting). Chris Snellgrove, EW.com, 22 Dec. 2024 The deals apply to holiday decor, home accents like throws and pillows, and tons of high end furniture, including staff faves like the Kipton sofa. Rachel Fletcher, Architectural Digest, 2 Dec. 2024 Our faves, Nina and Darius, won’t be the only iconic TV characters starring in the campaign–there will be 15 ads, and each persona will receive a range of gifts across fashion, tech, and toys. Elizabeth Ayoola, Essence, 4 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for fave 

Word History

First Known Use

1938, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of fave was in 1938

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“Fave.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fave. Accessed 6 Jan. 2025.

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