Favorite meaning : A person or thing who enjoys special regard or favour. A person who is preferred or trusted above all others. A contestant or competitor thought most likely to win. A bookmark in a web browser. (in the plural) A short curl dangling over the temples, fashionable in the reign of Charles II. To favour. To bookmark. To add to one's list of favourite items on a website that allows users to compile such lists. Preferred or liked above all others (unless qualified). Belonging to a category whose members are all preferred or liked over nonmembers.