good

/ɡʊd/

Definition & Meaning of "good"

good

[comparative form: better][superlative form: best]

ADJECTIVE

having a quality that is satisfying

nice

Example

She has a good memory and can remember details easily.

The cake tasted so good that everyone wanted a second slice.

behaving in a way that is morally right

ethical

principled

righteous

upright

virtuous

Example

He always says that his ex-wife is a good person.

She is known for her good behavior and kind-heartedness.

showing exceptional skill or talent in a particular activity or field

accomplished

expert

proficient

skilled

skillful

Example

She 's a good painter, capturing emotions perfectly on canvas.

He 's a good driver even in heavy traffic.

healthy and in good physical condition

fit

healthy

well

fine

Example

I 'm feeling good now, thanks for asking.

He says he 's good, just a little tired.

proper for a particular purpose or circumstance

appropriate

apt

due

fitting

pertinent

Example

That 's a good question to ask during the interview.

This is a good time to start your project before the deadline approaches.

not less than a particular number or quantity

Example

We walked a good five miles before finding a place to rest.

She stayed a good three hours longer than expected.

having respected social standing or belonging to a privileged background

privileged

Example

She was proud to marry into a good family.

He grew up in a good neighborhood with excellent schools.

helping to improve or support health, happiness, or overall quality of life

advantageous

beneficial

Example

Eating fresh vegetables is good for your health.

Drinking plenty of water is good for your skin.

having a close and caring relationship with someone

Example

Mark has been a good friend to me since college.

She introduced me to her good friend from childhood.

done with sufficient effort, intensity, or thoroughness

Example

I had a good laugh at the joke.

The mechanic gave the car a good inspection before the trip.

having effectiveness or validity for a specified purpose or duration

Example

The hypothesis still holds good despite new findings in the field.

The offer is good for one week, so do n't miss out.

safe and suitable for eating or drinking

Example

This meat is still good even after two days in the fridge.

She checked if the eggs were good before cooking breakfast.

kind and helpful toward other people

angelic

angelical

benevolent

kind

kind-hearted

Example

She has always been so good to her friends.

It was good of him to offer his assistance when I needed it.

good

ADVERB

in a satisfactory manner

admirably

all right

eminently

excellently

finely

Example

He played the guitar really good during the performance.

The student performed good in all subjects during the semester.

in a thorough or effective manner

exhaustively

soundly

thoroughly

over

handsomely

Example

The storm shook the house good.

He really cleaned up the yard good after the party.

Good

NOUN

something that benefits or improves someone or something

Example

They did n't agree with the changes, but it was for their own good.

The government passed the new law for the good of the environment.

a person's positive traits or virtuous qualities

goodness

virtue

Example

Despite his flaws, she always saw the good in him.

They appreciated the good in her actions, even when things were tough.

a morally positive force or principle

Example

The battle of good versus evil has been a central theme in many stories throughout history.

Teachers can be a powerful force for good in shaping the lives of their students.

Nearby Words

good accounting makes good friends

good afternoon

good and quickly seldom meet

good as gold

good as new

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