favorable

/ˈfā-v(ə-)rə-bəl/

adjective

  1. disposed to favor : partial

  2. expressing approval : commendatory

  3. giving a result that is in one's favor

taking a favorable attitude toward our request

The movie received a favorable review.

favorable auspicious propitious mean pointing toward a happy outcome. favorable implies that the persons involved are approving or helpful or that the circumstances are advantageous. auspicious applies to something taken as a sign or omen promising success before or at the start of an event.