Different meanings of the word good

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adjective, bet·ter, best.

morally excellent; virtuous; righteous; pious: a good man.

satisfactory in quality, quantity, or degree: a good teacher; good health.

of high quality; excellent.

right; proper; fit: It is good that you are here. His credentials are good.

well-behaved: a good child.

kind, beneficent, or friendly: to do a good deed.

honorable or worthy; in good standing: a good name.

educated and refined: She has a good background.

financially sound or safe: His credit is good.

genuine; not counterfeit: a good quarter.

sound or valid: good judgment; good reasons.

reliable; dependable; responsible: good advice.

healthful; beneficial: Fresh fruit is good for you.

in excellent condition; healthy: good teeth.

not spoiled or tainted; edible; palatable: The meat was still good after three months in the freezer.

favorable; propitious: good news.

cheerful; optimistic; amiable: in good spirits.

free of distress or pain; comfortable: to feel good after surgery.

agreeable; pleasant: Have a good time.

attractive; handsome: She has a good figure.

(of the complexion) smooth; free from blemish.

close or intimate; warm: She’s a good friend of mine.

sufficient or ample: a good supply.

advantageous; satisfactory for the purpose: a good day for fishing.

competent or skillful; clever: a good manager; good at arithmetic.

skillfully or expertly done: a really good job; a good play.

conforming to rules of grammar, usage, etc.; correct: good English.

socially proper: good manners.

remaining available to one: Don’t throw good money after bad.

comparatively new or of relatively fine quality: Don’t play in the mud in your good clothes.

finest or most dressy: He wore his good suit to the office today.

full: a good day’s journey away.

fairly large or great: a good amount.

free from precipitation or cloudiness: good weather.

Medicine/Medical. (of a patient’s condition) having stable and normal vital signs, being conscious and comfortable, and having excellent appetite, mobility, etc.

fertile; rich: good soil.

loyal: a good Democrat.

(of a return or service in tennis, squash, handball, etc.) landing within the limits of a court or section of a court.

Informal. (used when declining an offer or suggestion, as to communicate that one is already satisfied): «More coffee?» «No thanks, I’m good!»

Horse Racing. (of the surface of a track) drying after a rain so as to be still slightly sticky: This horse runs best on a good track.

(of meat, especially beef) noting or pertaining to the specific grade below “choice,” containing more lean muscle and less edible fat than “prime” or “choice.”

favorably regarded (used as an epithet for a ship, town, etc.): the good ship Syrena.

noun

profit or advantage; worth; benefit: What good will that do? We shall work for the common good.

excellence or merit; kindness: to do good.

moral righteousness; virtue: to be a power for good.

(especially in the grading of U.S. beef) an official grade below that of “choice.”

goods,

possessions, especially movable effects or personal property.
articles of trade; wares; merchandise: canned goods.
Informal. what has been promised or is expected: to deliver the goods.
Informal. items that are authentic rather than imitation; the genuine article: If you want real pearls, we have the goods.
Informal. evidence of guilt, as stolen articles: to catch someone with the goods.
cloth or textile material: top-quality linen goods.
Chiefly British. merchandise sent by land, rather than by water or air.

the good,

the ideal of goodness or morality.
good things or persons collectively.

interjection

(used as an expression of approval or satisfaction): Good! Now we can all go home.

OTHER WORDS FOR good

25 efficient, proficient, capable, able, ready, suited, suitable, dexterous, expert, adroit, apt.

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Idioms about good

come to no good, to end in failure or as a failure: Her jealous relatives said that she would come to no good.

for good, finally and permanently; forever: to leave the country for good. Also for good and all.

good for,

certain to repay (money owed) because of integrity, financial stability, etc.
the equivalent in value of: Two thousand stamps are good for one coffeepot.
able to survive or continue functioning for (the length of time or the distance indicated): These tires are good for another 10,000 miles.
valid or in effect for (the length of time indicated):a license good for one year.
(used as an expression of approval): Good for you!

good full, Nautical. (of a sail or sails) well filled, especially when sailing close to the wind; clean full; rap full.

make good,

to make recompense for; repay.
to implement an agreement; fulfill.
to be successful.
to substantiate; verify.
to carry out; accomplish; execute: The convicts made good their getaway.

no good, without value or merit; worthless; contemptible: The check was no good.

to the good,

generally advantageous: That’s all to the good, but what do I get out of it?
richer in profit or gain: When he withdrew from the partnership, he was several thousand dollars to the good.

Origin of good

First recorded before 900; Middle English good, god; Old English gōd; cognate with Dutch goed, German gut, Old Norse gōthr, Gothic goths

synonym study for good

usage note for good

Good is common as an adverb in informal speech, especially after forms of do: He did good on the test. She sees good with her new glasses. This use does not occur in formal speech or edited writing, where the adverb well is used instead: He did well on the test. She sees well with her new glasses.
The adjective good is standard after linking verbs like taste, smell, look, feel, be, and seem: Everything tastes good. The biscuits smell good. You’re looking good today. When used after look or feel, good may refer to spirits as well as health: I’m feeling pretty good this morning, ready to take on the world. Well is both an adjective and an adverb. As an adjective used after look, feel, or other linking verbs, it often refers to good health: You’re looking well; we missed you while you were in the hospital. See also bad.

OTHER WORDS FROM good

qua·si-good, adjective

WORDS THAT MAY BE CONFUSED WITH good

good , well (see usage note at the current entry)

Words nearby good

gonzo, goo, goober, gooby, Gooch, good, good afternoon, Goodall, good and, good around, good behavior

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Words related to good

acceptable, excellent, exceptional, favorable, great, marvelous, positive, satisfactory, satisfying, superb, valuable, wonderful, honest, respectable, able, efficient, proper, reliable, suitable, talented

How to use good in a sentence

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Despite the best efforts of all involved, from players to TV producers, things were off all night.

Forwards Bile and Wahab were extremely active during Georgetown’s best runs, but foul trouble kept taking both off the floor.
As an example of good science-and-society policymaking, the history of fluoride may be more of a cautionary tale.
The speaker conjures up centuries of collective sagacity, aligning oneself with an eternal, inarguable good.
I think everybody would like to be handsome and good at karate.
Petty, shade, and thirst are my favorite human “virtues” and the trifecta of any good series of “stories.”
Finding a smuggler in Ventimiglia is easier than finding good food.
We resolved to do our best to merit the good opinion which we thus supposed them to entertain of us.
And with some expressions of mutual good-will and interest, master and man separated.
She did not need a great cook-book; She knew how much and what it took To make things good and sweet and light.
The Seven-score and four on the six middle Bells, the treble leading, and the tenor lying behind every change, makes good Musick.
Those in whom the impulse is strong and dominant are perhaps those who in later years make the good society actors.

British Dictionary definitions for good

adjective better or best

having admirable, pleasing, superior, or positive qualities; not negative, bad or mediocrea good idea; a good teacher

morally excellent or admirable; virtuous; righteousa good man
(as collective noun; preceded by the)the good

suitable or efficient for a purposea good secretary; a good winter coat

beneficial or advantageousvegetables are good for you

not ruined or decayed; sound or wholethe meat is still good

kindly, generous, or approvingyou are good to him

right or acceptableyour qualifications are good for the job

rich and fertilegood land

valid or genuineI would not do this without good reason

honourable or held in high esteema good family

commercially or financially secure, sound, or safegood securities; a good investment

(of a draft) drawn for a stated sum

(of debts) expected to be fully paid

clever, competent, or talentedhe’s good at science

obedient or well-behaveda good dog

reliable, safe, or recommendeda good make of clothes

affording material pleasure or indulgencethe good things in life; the good life

having a well-proportioned, beautiful, or generally fine appearancea good figure; a good complexion

complete; fullI took a good look round the house

propitious; opportunea good time to ask the manager for a rise

satisfying or gratifyinga good rest

comfortabledid you have a good night?

newest or of the best qualityto keep the good plates for important guests

fairly large, extensive, or longa good distance away

sufficient; amplewe have a good supply of food

US (of meat) of the third government grade, above standard and below choice

serious or intellectualgood music

used in a traditional descriptionthe good ship «America»

used in polite or patronizing phrases or to express anger (often intended ironically)how is your good lady?; look here, my good man!

a good one

an unbelievable assertion
a very funny joke

as good as virtually; practicallyit’s as good as finished

as good as gold excellent; very good indeed

be as good as to or be so good as to would you please

come good to recover and perform well after a bad start or setback

good and informal (intensifier)good and mad

(intensifier; used in mild oaths)good grief!; good heavens!

interjection

an exclamation of approval, agreement, pleasure, etc

noun

moral or material advantage or use; benefit or profitfor the good of our workers; what is the good of worrying?

positive moral qualities; goodness; virtue; righteousness; piety

(sometimes capital) moral qualities seen as a single abstract entitywe must pursue the Good

a good thing

economics a commodity or service that satisfies a human need

for good or for good and all forever; permanentlyI have left them for good

make good

to recompense or repair damage or injury
to be successful
to demonstrate or prove the truth of (a statement or accusation)
to secure and retain (a position)
to effect or fulfil (something intended or promised)

good on you or good for you well done, well said, etc: a term of congratulation

get any good of or get some good of Irish

to handle to good effectI never got any good of this machine
to understand properlyI could never get any good of him
to receive cooperation from

Derived forms of good

goodish, adjective

Word Origin for good

Old English gōd; related to Old Norse gōthr, Old High German guot good

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Other Idioms and Phrases with good

In addition to the idioms beginning with good

good and
good around
good as, as
good as done, as
good as gold, as
good as one’s word, as
good day
good deal, a
good egg, a
good evening
good faith
good for
good graces
good grief
good head on one’s shoulders, have a
good life, the
good luck
good many, a
good mind
good morning
good nature
goodness gracious
goodness knows
good night
good off
good riddance
good Samaritan
good scout
good sort
good thing
good time
good turn
good word
good works
goody two-shoes

also see:

bad (good) sort
but good
do any good
do good
do one good
for good
for good measure
get on someone’s good side
get out while the getting is good
give a good account of oneself
give as good as one gets
have a good command of
have a good mind to
have a good thing going
have a good time
hold good
ill wind (that blows nobody any good)
in all good conscience
in bad (good) faith
in (good) condition
in due course (all in good time)
in good
in good hands
in good part
in good spirits
in good time
in good with
in someone’s good graces
keep (good) time
make good
make good time
make someone look good
miss is as good as a mile
never had it so good
no good
no news is good news
not the only fish (other good fish) in the sea
one good turn deserves another
on good terms
on one’s best (good) behavior
put in a good word
put to good use
show someone a good time
show to (good) advantage
so far so good
stand in good stead
take in good part
throw good money after bad
to good purpose
too good to be true
too much of a good thing
to the good
turn to (good account)
up to no good
well and good
what’s the good of
with good grace
world of good
your guess is as good as mine

Also see undergoodnessgoods.

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In most contexts, the concept of good denotes the conduct that should be preferred when posed with a choice between possible actions. Good is generally considered to be the opposite of evil and is of interest in the study of ethics, morality, philosophy, and religion. The specific meaning and etymology of the term and its associated translations among ancient and contemporary languages show substantial variation in its inflection and meaning, depending on circumstances of place and history, or of philosophical or religious context.

In many Western religions, angels are considered to be good beings and are contrasted with demons, who are considered as their evil contemporaries.

History of Western ideasEdit

Every language has a word expressing good in the sense of «having the right or desirable quality» (ἀρετή) and bad in the sense «undesirable». A sense of moral judgment and a distinction «right and wrong, good and bad» are cultural universals.^[1]

Plato and AristotleEdit

Although the history of the origin of the use of the concept and meaning of «good» are diverse, the notable discussions of Plato and Aristotle on this subject have been of significant historical effect. The first references that are seen in Plato’s The Republic to the Form of the Good are within the conversation between Glaucon and Socrates (454c–d). When trying to answer such difficult questions pertaining to the definition of justice, Plato identifies that we should not «introduce every form of difference and sameness in nature» instead we must focus on «the one form of sameness and difference that was relevant to the particular ways of life themselves”, which is the form of the Good. This form is the basis for understanding all other forms, it is what allows us to understand everything else. Through the conversation between Socrates and Glaucon (508a–c) Plato analogizes the form of the Good with the sun as it is what allows us to see things. Here, Plato describes how the sun allows for sight. But he makes a very important distinction, «sun is not sight», but it is «the cause of sight itself». As the sun is in the visible realm, the form of Good is in the intelligible realm. It is «what gives truth to the things known and the power to know to the knower». It is not only the «cause of knowledge and truth, it is also an object of knowledge».

Plato identifies how the form of the Good allows for the cognizance to understand such difficult concepts as justice. He identifies knowledge and truth as important, but through Socrates (508d–e) says, «good is yet more prized». He then proceeds to explain that «although the good is not being» it is «superior to it in rank and power», it is what «provides for knowledge and truth» (508e).^[2]

In contrast to Plato, Aristotle discusses the Forms of Good in critical terms several times in both of his major surviving ethical works, the Eudemian and Nicomachean Ethics. Aristotle argues that Plato’s Form of the Good does not apply to the physical world, for Plato does not assign «goodness» to anything in the existing world. Because Plato’s Form of the Good does not explain events in the physical world, humans have no reason to believe that the Form of the Good exists and the Form of the Good thereby, is irrelevant to human ethics.^[3]

Plato and Aristotle were not the first contributors in ancient Greece to the study of the «good» and discussion preceding them can be found among the pre-Socratic philosophers. In Western civilisation, the basic meanings of κακός and ἀγαθός are «bad, cowardly» and «good, brave, capable», and their absolute sense emerges only around 400 BC, with Pre-Socratic philosophy, in particular Democritus.^[4] Morality in this absolute sense solidifies in the dialogues of Plato, together with the emergence of monotheistic thought (notably in Euthyphro, which ponders the concept of piety (τὸ ὅσιον) as a moral absolute). The idea is further developed in Late Antiquity by Neoplatonists, Gnostics, and Church Fathers.

Ancient western religionsEdit

Faravahar (or Ferohar), one of the primary symbols of Zoroastrianism, believed to be the depiction of a Fravashi (a guardian spirit)

Aside from ancient Greek studies of the «good», more than twenty-five hundred years ago in the eastern part of ancient Persia a religious philosopher called Zoroaster simplified the pantheon of early Iranian deities ^[5] into two opposing forces: Ahura Mazda (Illuminating Wisdom) and Angra Mainyu (Destructive Spirit) that were in conflict.

For the western world, this idea developed into a religion that spawned many sects, some of which embraced an extreme dualistic belief that the material world should be shunned and the spiritual world should be embraced. Gnostic ideas influenced many ancient religions,^[6] which teach that gnosis (variously interpreted as enlightenment, salvation, emancipation, or «oneness with God») may be reached by practising philanthropy to the point of personal poverty, sexual abstinence (as far as possible for hearers and totally for initiates), and diligently searching for wisdom by helping others.^[7]

This development from the relative or habitual to the absolute is evident in the terms ethics and morality as well, both being derived from terms for «regional custom», Greek ἦθος and Latin mores, respectively (see also siðr).

Medieval period in western culturesEdit

Medieval Christian philosophy was founded on the work of Bishop Augustine of Hippo and theologian Thomas Aquinas, who understood evil in terms of Biblical infallibility and Biblical inerrancy, as well as the influences of Plato and Aristotle, in their appreciation of the concept of the Summum bonum. Silent contemplation was the route to appreciation of the Idea of the Good.^[8]

Many medieval Christian theologians both broadened and narrowed the basic concept of Good and Evil until it came to have several, sometimes complex definitions such as:^[9]

a personal preference or subjective judgment regarding any issue that might earn praise or punishment from the religious authorities
religious obligation arising from Divine law leading to sainthood or damnation
a generally accepted cultural standard of behaviour that might enhance group survival or wealth
natural law or behaviour that induces strong emotional reaction
statute law imposing a legal duty

Modern conceptsEdit

KantEdit

A significant enlightenment context for studying the «good» has been its significance in the study of «the good, the true, and the beautiful» as found in Immanuel Kant and other Enlightenment philosophers and religious thinkers. These discussions were undertaken by Kant, particularly in the context of his Critique of Practical Reason.

RawlsEdit

John Rawls’s book A Theory of Justice prioritized social arrangements and goods, based on their contribution to justice. Rawls defined justice as fairness, especially in distributing social goods, defined fairness in terms of procedures, and attempted to prove that just institutions and lives are good, if every rational individual’s goods are considered fairly. Rawls’s crucial invention was the original position, a procedure in which one tries to make objective moral decisions by refusing to let personal facts about oneself enter one’s moral calculations.

Opposition to evilEdit

In religion, ethics, and philosophy, «good and evil» is a very common dichotomy. In cultures with Manichaean and Abrahamic religious influence, evil is usually perceived as the antagonistic opposite of good. Good is that which should prevail and evil should be defeated.^[10]

As a religious concept, basic ideas of a dichotomy between good and evil has developed in western cultures so that today:

Good is a broad concept, but it typically deals with an association with life, charity, continuity, happiness, love, and justice
Evil typically is associated with conscious and deliberate wrongdoing, discrimination designed to harm others, humiliation of people designed to diminish their psychological needs and dignity, destructiveness, and acts of unnecessary and/or indiscriminate violence ^[11]
the dilemma of the human condition and their capacity to perform both good and evil activities ^[12]

In BuddhismEdit

In cultures with Buddhist spiritual influence, this antagonistic duality itself must be overcome through achieving Śūnyatā, or emptiness. This is the recognition of good and evil not being unrelated, but two parts of a greater whole; unity, oneness, a Monism.^[10]

In the field of biologyEdit

Morality is regarded by some biologists (notably Edward O. Wilson, Jeremy Griffith, David Sloan Wilson, and Frans de Waal) as an important question to be addressed by the field of biology.^[13]^[14]^[15]^[16]

ReferencesEdit

^ Donald Brown (1991) Human Universals. Philadelphia, Temple University Press (online summary).
^ Plato (1992). Republic. Translated by C.D.C. Reeve (2nd ed.). Indianapolis, Ind.: Hackett Publ. Co. ISBN 978-0-87220-136-1.
^ Fine, Gail (2003). Plato on Knowledge and Forms. New York: Oxford University Press. pp. 350. ISBN 0-19-924559-2.
^ Charles H. Kahn, Democritus and the Origins of Moral Psychology, The American Journal of Philology (1985)
^ Boyce 1979, pp. 6–12
^ John Hinnel (1997). The Penguin Dictionary of Religion. Penguin Books UK.
^ Churton, Tobias (2005). Gnostic Philosophy: From Ancient Persia to Modern Times. Inner Traditions – Bear & Company. ISBN 978-159477-035-7.
^ A. Kojeve, Introduction to the Reading of Hegel (1980) p. 108
^ Farley, E (1990). Good and Evil: Interpreting a Human Condition. Fortress Press / Vanderbilt University. ISBN 978-0800624477.
^ ^a ^b Paul O. Ingram, Frederick John Streng. Buddhist-Christian Dialogue: Mutual Renewal and Transformation. University of Hawaii Press, 1986. P. 148-149.
^ Ervin Staub. Overcoming evil: genocide, violent conflict, and terrorism. New York, New York, USA: Oxford University Press, Pp. 32.
^ Griffith, Jeremy (2011). The Human Condition. The Book of Real Answers to Everything!. ISBN 9781741290073.
^ Wilson, Edward Osborne (2012). The Social Conquest of Earth. ISBN 9780871404138.
^ Griffith, Jeremy (2011). Good vs Evil. The Book of Real Answers to Everything!. ISBN 9781741290073.
^ Wilson, Edward Osborne (2007). Evolution for Everyone: How Darwin’s Theory Can Change the Way We Think About Our Lives. ISBN 9780385340922.
^ de Waal, Frans (2012). Moral behavior in animals. Archived from the original on 2012-04-17. Retrieved 2012-11-20.

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“Good” can function as an adjective, noun, and adverb. It has many definitions and synonyms.

It’s easy to overuse the word “good.” Below you’ll find other words you can use instead.

Good

Synonyms: exceptional, favorable, excellent, righteous, altruistic, superb

Good is used a lot in our everyday conversations. And for good reason—it’s quite the versatile word that carries several (similar yet slightly different) meanings. Below, we’ll go over a few of them and show you other words you can use instead of good.

What Does “Good” Mean?

Good can function as an adjective, noun, and adverb. The following chart will provide definitions, synonyms, and example sentences.

Function	Definition	Example
Adj.	“Agreeable, pleasant”	We all had a good* time.*
“Pleasant to look at, attractive”	Hey Pat! Looking good.
“Suitable, fit”	An SUV is a good* choice for you.*
“Profitable, advantageous”	Charlie helped me get a good* deal.*
“Noticeable large size or quantity”	We chatted for a good* while before I had to head back.*
“Virtuous, commendable”	She is a good* person and always puts others before herself.*
“Competent, skillful”	Ernesto is a good* artist.*
Noun	“Benefit or advantage to someone or something”	They moved to another country for the good* of the family.*
Noun	“Morally right, righteousness”	It was a battle of good* versus evil.*
Adverb	“Well”	After hours of practicing, he told me I was doing good.

One more definition: good with an “s” (goods) means “merchandise or possessions.”

Because of the shipping delays, many goods were delivered late.

What Are Synonyms For “Good”?

A lot of times, something is so good you want to describe it as very good. However, using words like very and really can weaken your writing. Here are synonyms good as gold that you could use instead:

Adjective:

pleasant, excellent, enjoyable, delightful, great, able, adept, beneficial, considerable, significant, sizable

Noun:

just, moral, principled, gain, benefit

Adverb:

acceptable, alright, decently, fine

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Other forms: better; best; goods

We all know what good means as an adjective––pleasing, favorable, nice. But did you know that good is also a noun, meaning something that can be sold? This means a shopkeeper’s ideal is to have really good goods.

Good comes from an old German root for gathering, and in its original sense it means that something fits well. If something is good for you, it fits you well, or is healthy for you to eat. A long walk through a crowded city is good for someone who likes people-watching, but if you are a misanthrope and you hate people, that wouldn’t be so good. If food has spoiled, it’s no longer good.

Definitions of good

adjective

having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified

“good news from the hospital”

“a
good report card”

“when she was
good she was very very good”

“a
good knife is one good for cutting”

“this stump will make a
good picnic table”

“a
good check”

“a
good joke”

“a
good exterior paint”

“a
good secretary”

“a
good dress for the office”

Synonyms:

best

(superlative of `good’) having the most positive qualities

better

(comparative of `good’) superior to another (of the same class or set or kind) in excellence or quality or desirability or suitability; more highly skilled than another

favorable, favourable

encouraging or approving or pleasing

bang-up, bully, corking, cracking, dandy, great, groovy, keen, neat, nifty, not bad, peachy, slap-up, smashing, swell

very good

good enough

adequately good for the circumstances

goodish

moderately good of its kind

hot

very good; often used in the negative

redeeming

compensating for some fault or defect

acceptable, satisfactory

meeting requirements

solid

characterized by good substantial quality

superb

surpassingly good

well behaved, well-behaved

(usually of children) someone who behaves in a manner that the speaker believes is correct

obedient

dutifully complying with the commands or instructions of those in authority

respectable

characterized by socially or conventionally acceptable morals

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Antonyms:

bad

having undesirable or negative qualities

worst

(superlative of `bad’) most wanting in quality or value or condition

worse

(comparative of `bad’) inferior to another in quality or condition or desirability

unfavorable, unfavourable

not encouraging or approving or pleasing

abominable, abysmal, atrocious, awful, dreadful, painful, terrible, unspeakable, vile

exceptionally bad or displeasing

corked, corky

(of wine) tainted in flavor by a cork containing excess tannin

deplorable, distressing, lamentable, pitiful, sad, sorry

bad; unfortunate

fearful, frightful

extremely distressing

hard, tough

unfortunate or hard to bear

hopeless

(informal to emphasize how bad it is) beyond hope of management or reform

horrid

exceedingly bad

icky, lousy, rotten, stinking, stinky

very bad

ill

distressing

incompetent, unskilled

not doing a good job

mediocre

poor to middling in quality

naughty

badly behaved

negative

having the quality of something harmful or unpleasant

poor

unsatisfactory

pretty

(used ironically) unexpectedly bad

no-good, rubber

returned for lack of funds

severe

very bad in degree or extent

swingeing

severe; punishingly bad

uncool

(spoken slang) unfashionable and boring

unfavorable, unfavourable

not favorable

unsuitable

not conducive to good moral development

evil

morally bad or wrong

disobedient

not obeying or complying with commands of those in authority

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adjective

most suitable or right for a particular purpose

“a
good time to plant tomatoes”

synonyms:

right, ripe

opportune

suitable or at a time that is suitable or advantageous especially for a particular purpose
adjective

in excellent physical condition

“good teeth”

“I still have one
good leg”

synonyms:

sound

healthy

having or indicating good health in body or mind; free from infirmity or disease
adjective

tending to promote physical well-being; beneficial to health

“a
good night’s sleep”

synonyms:

salutary

healthful

conducive to good health of body or mind
adjective

promoting or enhancing well-being

“the experience was
good for her”

synonyms:

beneficial

advantageous

giving an advantage
adjective

agreeable or pleasing

“we all had a
good time”

“good manners”

Synonyms:

nice

pleasant or pleasing or agreeable in nature or appearance
adjective

capable of pleasing

“good looks”

Synonyms:

pleasing

giving pleasure and satisfaction
adjective

having or showing knowledge and skill and aptitude

“a
good mechanic”

synonyms:

adept, expert, practiced, proficient, skilful, skillful

skilled

having or showing or requiring special skill
adjective

appealing to the mind

“good music”

synonyms:

serious

intellectual

appealing to or using the intellect
adjective

morally admirable

Synonyms:

angelic, angelical, beatific, sainted, saintlike, saintly

marked by utter benignity; resembling or befitting an angel or saint

goody-goody

affectedly or smugly good or self-righteous

redeeming, redemptive, saving

bringing about salvation or redemption from sin

white

benevolent; without malicious intent

moral

concerned with principles of right and wrong or conforming to standards of behavior and character based on those principles

right

in conformance with justice or law or morality

righteous

characterized by or proceeding from accepted standards of morality or justice

virtuous

morally excellent

worthy

having worth or merit or value; being honorable or admirable

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evil

morally bad or wrong

bad

having undesirable or negative qualities

atrocious, flagitious, grievous, monstrous

shockingly brutal or cruel

bad

characterized by wickedness or immorality

dark, sinister

stemming from evil characteristics or forces; wicked or dishonorable

corruptive, perversive, pestiferous

tending to corrupt or pervert

demonic, diabolic, diabolical, fiendish, hellish, infernal, satanic, unholy

extremely evil or cruel; expressive of cruelty or befitting hell

despicable, slimy, ugly, unworthy, vile, worthless, wretched

morally reprehensible

devilish, diabolic, diabolical, mephistophelean, mephistophelian

showing the cunning or ingenuity or wickedness typical of a devil

evil-minded

having evil thoughts or intentions

immoral

deliberately violating accepted principles of right and wrong

offensive

unpleasant or disgusting especially to the senses

wrong

contrary to conscience or morality or law

unrighteous

not righteous

wicked

morally bad in principle or practice

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adjective

of moral excellence

“a genuinely
good person”

synonyms:

just, upright

righteous

characterized by or proceeding from accepted standards of morality or justice
adjective

deserving of esteem and respect

“ruined the family’s
good name”

synonyms:

estimable, honorable, respectable

reputable

having a good reputation
adjective

with or in a close or intimate relationship

“a
good friend”

synonyms:

dear, near

close

close in relevance or relationship
adjective

generally admired

“good taste”

Synonyms:

discriminating

showing or indicating careful judgment and discernment especially in matters of taste
adjective

resulting favorably

“it’s a
good thing that I wasn’t there”

“it is
good that you stayed”

synonyms:

well

fortunate

having unexpected good fortune
adjective

financially sound

“a
good investment”

synonyms:

dependable, safe, secure

sound

financially secure and safe
adjective

not left to spoil

“the meat is still
good”

synonyms:

undecomposed, unspoiled, unspoilt

fresh

recently made, produced, or harvested
“for your own
good”

“what’s the
good of worrying?”
noun

moral excellence or admirableness

“there is much
good to be found in people”

synonyms:

goodness

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evil, evilness

the quality of being morally wrong in principle or practice

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kindness

the quality of being warmhearted and considerate and humane and sympathetic

beneficence

the quality of being kind or helpful or generous

benignancy, benignity, graciousness

the quality of being kind and gentle

moral excellence, virtue, virtuousness

the quality of doing what is right and avoiding what is wrong

virtue

a particular moral excellence

saintliness

the quality of resembling a saint

summum bonum

the supreme good in which all moral values are included or from which they are derived

generosity, generousness

the trait of being willing to give your money or time

benevolence

an inclination to do kind or charitable acts

free grace, grace, grace of God

(Christian theology) the free and unmerited favor or beneficence of God

loving-kindness

tender kindness motivated by a feeling of affection

considerateness, consideration, thoughtfulness

kind and considerate regard for others

cardinal virtue

one of the seven preeminent virtues

type of:

morality

concern with the distinction between good and evil or right and wrong; right or good conduct
noun

that which is pleasing or valuable or useful

“weigh the
good against the bad”

“among the highest
goods of all are happiness and self-realization”

synonyms:

goodness

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bad, badness

that which is below standard or expectations as of ethics or decency

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worthiness

the quality or state of having merit or value

desirability, desirableness

the quality of being worthy of desiring

benefit, welfare

something that aids or promotes well-being

better

something superior in quality or condition or effect

better

the superior one of two alternatives

optimum

most favorable conditions or greatest degree or amount possible under given circumstances

soundness, wisdom, wiseness

the quality of being prudent and sensible

deservingness, merit, meritoriousness

the quality of being deserving (e.g., deserving assistance)

laudability, laudableness, praiseworthiness

the quality of being worthy of praise

quotability

the quality of being worthy of being quoted

roadworthiness

(of motor vehicles) the quality of being fit to drive on the open road

advantage, reward

benefit resulting from some event or action

interest, sake

a reason for wanting something done

advisability

the quality of being advisable

reasonableness

goodness of reason and judgment

type of:

quality

an essential and distinguishing attribute of something or someone
adverb

(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (`good’ is a nonstandard dialectal variant for `well’)

“the baby can walk pretty
good”

synonyms:

well
adjective

having the normally expected amount

“gives
good measure”

“a
good mile from here”

synonyms:

full

ample

more than enough in size or scope or capacity
“had a
good workout”

“gave the house a
good cleaning”

Synonyms:

complete

having every necessary or normal part or component or step
adverb

completely and absolutely (`good’ is sometimes used informally for `thoroughly’)

“we beat him
good”

synonyms:

soundly, thoroughly
adjective

exerting force or influence

“a warranty
good for two years”

synonyms:

effective, in effect, in force

operative

being in force or having or exerting force
“a
good dollar bill”

synonyms:

honest

echt, genuine

not fake or counterfeit
noun

articles of commerce

synonyms:

commodity, trade good

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basic, staple

(usually plural) a necessary commodity for which demand is constant

consumer goods

goods (as food or clothing) intended for direct use or consumption

drygoods, soft goods

textiles or clothing and related merchandise

entrant

a commodity that enters competition with established merchandise

export, exportation

commodities (goods or services) sold to a foreign country

fancy goods

goods that are chiefly ornamental

fungible

a commodity that is freely interchangeable with another in satisfying an obligation

future

bulk commodities bought or sold at an agreed price for delivery at a specified future date

import, importation

commodities (goods or services) bought from a foreign country

merchandise, product, ware

commodities offered for sale

middling

any commodity of intermediate quality or size (especially when coarse particles of ground wheat are mixed with bran)

shopping

the commodities purchased from stores

sporting goods

sports equipment sold as a commodity

worldly good, worldly possession

a commodity or good associated with the earthly, rather than the spiritual, existence of human beings

salvage

property or goods saved from damage or destruction

cargo, consignment, freight, lading, load, loading, payload, shipment

goods carried by a large vehicle

article of clothing, clothing, habiliment, vesture, wear, wearable

a covering designed to be worn on a person’s body

contraband

goods whose importation or exportation or possession is prohibited by law

consumer durables, durable goods, durables

consumer goods that are not destroyed by use

fashion

consumer goods (especially clothing) in the current mode

feature

an article of merchandise that is displayed or advertised more than other articles

generic

any product that can be sold without a brand name

foodstuff, grocery

(usually plural) consumer goods sold by a grocer

haberdashery, men’s furnishings

the drygoods sold by a haberdasher

ironmongery

the merchandise that is sold in an ironmonger’s shop

irregular, second

merchandise that has imperfections; usually sold at a reduced price without the brand name

business line, line, line of business, line of merchandise, line of products, product line

a particular kind of product or merchandise

number

an item of merchandise offered for sale

oil future, petroleum future

petroleum bought or sold at an agreed price for delivery at a specified future date

refill

a commercial product that refills a container with its appropriate contents

release

merchandise issued for sale or public showing (especially a record or film)

dreck, schlock, shlock

merchandise that is shoddy or inferior

software package, software product

merchandise consisting of a computer program that is offered for sale

soybean future

soybeans bought or sold at an agreed price for delivery at a specified future date

inventory, stock

the merchandise that a shop has on hand

top of the line

the best (most expensive) in a given line of merchandise

wheat future

wheat bought or sold at an agreed price for delivery at a specified future date

household linen, white goods

drygoods for household use that are typically made of white cloth

piece goods, yard goods

merchandise in the form of fabrics sold by the yard

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artefact, artifact

a man-made object taken as a whole

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I think he may have taken it as me suggesting that our program wasn’t good enough, and by extension that I thought I was *too good*, which wasn’t the case at all- I simply wanted my undergrads to have the chance to work with different people, and perhaps to work with MA programs better known to the doctoral programs they’d next apply to. ❋ Flavia (2009)

I could be assured just seeing his logo that the editors thought the book was good enough to shuck out the bucks for *good* cover art, at least. ❋ Seanan_mcguire (2009)

I’m generally not good at remembering that I like things that are *good*. ❋ Marina Geigert (2008)

October 12, 2008 at 11:20 pm i love their quilts! getting the back right while quilting is hard to do. i am sure that after some love, washings, shrinking, and dragging that the puckers will just fade away. good luck on the next one. even though i have a lot of mistakes in my first quilt, i still love to look at it. welcome to a whole new world my friend…..good luck ❋ Unknown (2008)

Kant’s analysis of commonsense ideas begins with the thought that the only thing good without qualification is a ˜good will™. ❋ Johnson, Robert (2008)

Anyway, I said, “Maddux is a good guy…..good luck”. ❋ Unknown (2008)

˜God is good to us™ understanding of God’s goodness is ruled out on this approach: for the notion of ˜good to us™ is a normative notion. ❋ Murphy, Mark (2008)

VERY IMPORTANT: In order for us to have a good Congress, it is terribly important to help to keep the * good* people in office. ❋ Unknown (2007)

# Isabelon 12 May 2009 at 2:11 am good good this post deserves a reply : ❋ Unknown (2007)

You tend to be more critical in your reviews than I am, and I mean that in a good way as you give really thorough reviews, so I was suprised to see that most of your books fell into the good+ categories. ❋ Neth (2007)

There is always something good even in bad things and the only good about Bush and Co. is that we saw who we are at last. ❋ Unknown (2006)

Granted she knew her own worth — she was quick, she was good — but Payne had a reputation for being equally good if not better. ❋ Nelson, Rhonda (2006)

So if ˜harm to others™ and ˜offence to others™ can each constitute ˜a good reason™ for state coercion, how many more ˜good reasons™ are there, in Feinberg’s view, for state coercion? ❋ Stanton-Ife, John (2006)

They examine what are properly good, both for the body and the mind; and whether any outward thing can be called truly _good_, or if that term belong only to the endowments of the soul. ❋ Thomas More (N/A)

I will tell you what they did; and I will tell you what Annie did for one whole day when she was about five years old, and that will give you a very good idea of the way they took to make her _good_, for then she was _sure_ to be _happy_. ❋ Unknown (N/A)

I think it is much more necessary for a good singer to have a _good and feeling heart_; and whether singing or acting his part in the drama of life, with family, friends, or brother (not forgetting sister) performers, Charles Incledon had as warm a heart as ever beat. ❋ Various (N/A)

He apprehends God’s blessings only in a good year, or a fat pasture, and never praises him but on _good ground_. ❋ John Earle (N/A)

In the New Testament we find a morality as pure, lofty and unchanging as its divine author; it purifies and regulates the inner man — “make the tree good and the fruit _will be good_.” ❋ Various (N/A)

Very, extremely; used in a good as well as a bad sense: _desperd good_; ❋ James Jennings (N/A)

«Oh, he’s good, he’s _good_!» she whispered to herself, with the tears blinding her, as she picked up Redge’s blocks from the floor. ❋ Various (N/A)

Do you [want] some [juice]? [Nah I’m Good] ❋ Isoken (2004)

«you’re [not bad], [you’re good]!» ❋ Etchasketch (2003)

Say [bra], you want to [come over] and [hit a bowl] of the good? ❋ Erxxxleben (2006)

[Damn]! You were [so good]… ❋ Jo (2003)

man, [i see you] [got some] good [last night]. ❋ King Ding-a-ling (2008)

«Man, I got that good!»
«Damn man, I hooked up with [Tonya] last night. That girl got that good!»
«Mike stay [beating it] up, that [nucca] got that good!» ❋ Missy Ma’am (2007)

I’m [too good] [for you] ❋ Gerald Ford (2008)

*[Tom] [slips] and falls down [a hole]*
Tom: «goooooood!»
*Tom looks at his test, he got 3% correct*
Tom: «GOOOOOOOOOOOD!» ❋ Where Am I? (2005)

[What’s good], my [homey]? ❋ Jadin (2006)

Where [the good] at?OR
I [got] [connect] on some good. ❋ Vahneh (2008)

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