Favors sought is a term used to describe the act of asking for help or assistance from someone else. BOONS, which is a five letter word, is another way of saying favors sought. BOONS are typically requested from people who have the power to grant them, such as a boss, a teacher, or a government official. BOONS can range from small requests, such as asking for an extension on a deadline, to larger requests, such as asking for a loan.