favourite
//ˈfeɪ.vər.ɪt//
Noun
favouriteSingular
favouritesPlural
1
A person or thing that is preferred above all others of the same kind.
This book is my favourite.
2
A competitor thought most likely to win a contest or race.
The defending champion is the favourite to win the race.
Synonym
Adjective
favouriteCanonical form
1
Preferred to all others of the same kind; most liked or enjoyed.
This is my favourite book.