favoredgroup
nounUK /ˈfeɪvəd ɡruːp/
US /ˈfeɪvərd ɡruːp/
A group of people who get special help or better treatment than others.
The teacher gave the favored group extra playtime for finishing their work early.
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2. A team or club that someone likes best and supports the most.
My favored group is the soccer team from my hometown.
3. A small set of people picked to receive a reward or benefit first.
The favored group got the best seats at the show.
4. People who are treated more kindly than others by someone in charge.
The coach's favored group always played in the big games.
5. A group that a rule or plan is made to help on purpose.
The new library program was made for a favored group of young readers.