Disfavorer

/dɪsˈfeɪvərər/ noun

Definition

A person who disfavors or withholds approval, support, or preference from someone or something.

Etymology

From disfavor combined with the agent suffix -er, creating a noun for one who disfavors. This is a rarely used technical term in formal language.

Kelly Says

A disfavorer holds real power—in politics and business, being identified as a disfavorer of certain policies or people can make you influential in blocking proposals and blocking appointments.

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