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Good

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Noun

1. good

benefit

Example Sentences:
'for your own good'
'what's the good of worrying?'

2. good, goodness

moral excellence or admirableness

Example Sentences:
'there is much good to be found in people'

3. good, goodness

that which is pleasing or valuable or useful

Example Sentences:
'weigh the good against the bad'
'among the highest goods of all are happiness and self-realization'

4. commodity, good, trade good

articles of commerce

Adjective

5. good

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

Example Sentences:
'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'

6. full, good

having the normally expected amount

Example Sentences:
'gives full measure'
'gives good measure'
'a good mile from here'

8. estimable, good, honorable, respectable

deserving of esteem and respect

Example Sentences:
'all respectable companies give guarantees'
'ruined the family's good name'

9. beneficial, good

promoting or enhancing well-being

Example Sentences:
'an arms limitation agreement beneficial to all countries'
'the beneficial effects of a temperate climate'
'the experience was good for her'

10. good

agreeable or pleasing

Example Sentences:
'we all had a good time'
'good manners'

11. good, just, upright

of moral excellence

Example Sentences:
'a genuinely good person'
'a just cause'
'an upright and respectable man'

12. adept, expert, good, practiced, proficient, skilful, skillful

having or showing knowledge and skill and aptitude

Example Sentences:
'adept in handicrafts'
'an adept juggler'
'an expert job'
'a good mechanic'
'a practiced marksman'
'a proficient engineer'
'a lesser-known but no less skillful composer'
'the effect was achieved by skillful retouching'

13. good

thorough

Example Sentences:
'had a good workout'
'gave the house a good cleaning'

14. dear, good, near

with or in a close or intimate relationship

Example Sentences:
'a good friend'
'my sisters and brothers are near and dear'

15. dependable, good, safe, secure

financially sound

Example Sentences:
'a good investment'
'a secure investment'

16. good, right, ripe

most suitable or right for a particular purpose

Example Sentences:
'a good time to plant tomatoes'
'the right time to act'
'the time is ripe for great sociological changes'

17. good, well

resulting favorably

Example Sentences:
'it's a good thing that I wasn't there'
'it is good that you stayed'
'it is well that no one saw you'
'all's well that ends well'

18. effective, good, in effect, in force

exerting force or influence

Example Sentences:
'the law is effective immediately'
'a warranty good for two years'
'the law is already in effect (or in force)'

19. good

capable of pleasing

Example Sentences:
'good looks'

20. good, serious

appealing to the mind

Example Sentences:
'good music'
'a serious book'

21. good, sound

in excellent physical condition

Example Sentences:
'good teeth'
'I still have one good leg'
'a sound mind in a sound body'

22. good, salutary

tending to promote physical well-being; beneficial to health

Example Sentences:
'beneficial effects of a balanced diet'
'a good night's sleep'
'the salutary influence of pure air'

23. good, honest

not forged

Example Sentences:
'a good dollar bill'

24. good, undecomposed, unspoiled, unspoilt

not left to spoil

Example Sentences:
'the meat is still good'

25. good

generally admired

Example Sentences:
'good taste'

Adverb

26. good, well

(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')

Example Sentences:
'the children behaved well'
'a task well done'
'the party went well'
'he slept well'
'a well-argued thesis'
'a well-seasoned dish'
'a well-planned party'
'the baby can walk pretty good'

27. good, soundly, thoroughly

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

Example Sentences:
'he was soundly defeated'
'we beat him good'

WordNet Lexical Database for English. Princeton University. 2010.


Good

see synonyms of good
adjectiveWord forms: better or best
1. 
having admirable, pleasing, superior, or positive qualities; not negative, bad, or mediocre
a good idea
a good teacher
2. 
a. 
morally excellent or admirable; virtuous; righteous
a good man
b. 
(as collective noun; preceded by the)
the good
3. 
suitable or efficient for a purpose
a good secretary
a good winter coat
4. 
beneficial or advantageous
vegetables are good for you
5. 
not ruined or decayed; sound or whole
the meat is still good
6. 
kindly, generous, or approving
you are good to him
7. 
right or acceptable
your qualifications are good for the job
8. 
rich and fertile
good land
9. 
valid or genuine
I would not do this without good reason
10. 
honourable or held in high esteem
a good family
11. 
commercially or financially secure, sound, or safe
good securities
a good investment
12. 
(of a draft) drawn for a stated sum
13. 
(of debts) expected to be fully paid
14. 
clever, competent, or talented
he's good at science
15. 
obedient or well-behaved
a good dog
16. 
reliable, safe, or recommended
a good make of clothes
17. 
affording material pleasure or indulgence
the good things in life
the good life
18. 
having a well-proportioned, beautiful, or generally fine appearance
a good figure
a good complexion
19. 
complete; full
I took a good look round the house
20. 
propitious; opportune
a good time to ask the manager for a rise
21. 
satisfying or gratifying
a good rest
22. 
comfortable
did you have a good night?
23. 
newest or of the best quality
to keep the good plates for important guests
24. 
fairly large, extensive, or long
a good distance away
25. 
sufficient; ample
we have a good supply of food
26. US
(of meat) of the third government grade, above standard and below choice
27. 
serious or intellectual
good music
28. 
used in a traditional description
the good ship 'America'
29. 
used in polite or patronizing phrases or to express anger (often intended ironically)
how is your good lady?
look here, my good man!
30.  a good one
31.  as good as
32.  as good as gold
33.  be as good as to
34.  come good
35.  good and
36. 
(intensifier; used in mild oaths)
good grief!
good heavens!
exclamation
37. 
an exclamation of approval, agreement, pleasure, etc
noun
38. 
moral or material advantage or use; benefit or profit
for the good of our workers
what is the good of worrying?
39. 
positive moral qualities; goodness; virtue; righteousness; piety
40. (sometimes capital)
moral qualities seen as a single abstract entity
we must pursue the Good
41. 
a good thing
42. economics
a commodity or service that satisfies a human need
43.  for good
44.  make good
45.  good on you
46.  get any good of

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Good

see synonyms of good
adjectiveWord forms: ˈbetter or best
1.  a general term of approval or commendation
a. 
a. 
suitable to a purpose; effective; efficient
a lamp good to read by
b. 
producing favorable results; beneficial; salutary
good exercise for the legs
c. 
in accord with prevailing usage
good English
d. 
clever or witty
a good quip
b. 
fertile
good soil
c. 
fresh; unspoiled; uncontaminated
good eggs
d. 
valid; genuine; real
good money, a good excuse
e. 
healthy; strong; vigorous
good eyesight
f. 
financially safe or sound
a good investment
g. 
honorable; worthy; respectable
one's good name
h. 
enjoyable, desirable, pleasant, happy, etc.
a good life
i. 
dependable; reliable; right
good advice
j. 
thorough; complete
a good job of cleaning up
k. 
a. 
excellent of its kind
a good novel
b. 
best or considered best
her good china
l. 
adequate; ample; sufficient; satisfying
a good meal
m. 
morally sound or excellent
; specif.,
a. 
virtuous; honest; just
b. 
pious; devout
c. 
kind, benevolent, generous, sympathetic, etc.
d. 
well-behaved; dutiful
n. 
a. 
proper; becoming; correct
good manners
b. 
socially acceptable
a good family
o. 
able; skilled; expert
a good swimmer
p. 
loyal or conforming
a good Democrat
q.  Law
effectual; valid
good title
2.  a general intensive
a. 
to a considerable amount, extent, or degree
a good many, a good beating
b. 
at least; full
we waited a good six hours
noun
3. 
something good
; specif.,
a. 
that which is morally right
b. 
worth; virtue; merit
the good in a man
c. 
something contributing to health, welfare, happiness, etc.; benefit; advantage
the greatest good of the greatest number
d. 
something desirable or desired
see also goods
interjection
4. 
used to express satisfaction, pleasure, agreement, etc. and, in some exclamatory phrases, to express surprise, consternation, etc.: orig. a euphemism for God
good! good grief!)
adverb
5. 
well, completely, fully, etc.
variously regarded as substandard, dialectal, or informal

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Good

see synonyms of good
adj. bet·ter (bĕtər), best (bĕst)
1. Being positive or desirable in nature; not bad or poor: a good experience; good news from the hospital.
2.
a. Having the qualities that are desirable or distinguishing in a particular thing: a good exterior paint; a good joke.
b. Serving the desired purpose or end; suitable: Is this a good dress for the party?
3.
a. Not spoiled or ruined: The milk is still good.
b. In excellent condition; sound: a good tooth.
4.
a. Superior to the average; satisfactory: a good student.
b. Used formerly to refer to the US Government grade of meat higher than standard and lower than choice.
5.
a. Of high quality: good books.
b. Discriminating: good taste.
6.
a. Of moral excellence; upright: a good person.
b. Benevolent; kind: a good soul; a good heart.
c. Loyal; staunch: a good Republican.
d. Well-behaved; obedient: a good child.
e. Socially correct; proper: good manners.
7. Worthy of respect; honorable: ruined the family's good name.
8. Attractive; handsome: good looks.
9. Beneficial to health; salutary: a good night's rest.
10. Competent; skilled: a good machinist.
11. Complete; thorough: a good workout.
12.
a. Reliable; sure: a good investment.
b. Valid or true: a good reason.
c. Genuine; real: a good dollar bill.
13.
a. In effect; operative: a warranty good for two years; a driver's license that is still good.
b. Ready or able for a specified or assumed activity: I'm good for another round of golf.
14.
a. Able to pay or contribute: Is she good for the money that you lent her?
b. Able to elicit a specified reaction: He is always good for a laugh.
15.
a. Ample; substantial: a good income.
b. Bountiful: a good table.
16. Full: It is a good mile from here.
17.
a. Pleasant; enjoyable: had a good time at the party.
b. Propitious; favorable: good weather; a good omen.
18. Sports
a. Landing within bounds or within a particular area of a court and therefore in play: The first serve was wide, but the second was good.
b. Passing between the uprights of the goal and therefore scoring, as a field goal in football.
19. Used to form exclamatory phrases expressing surprise or dismay: Good heavens! Good grief!
n.
1.
a. Something that is good.
b. A good, valuable, or useful part or aspect.
2. Welfare; benefit: for the common good.
3. Goodness; virtue: There is much good to be found in people.
4.
a. A product that is bought and sold: frozen goods.
b. goods Portable personal property.
c. (used with a sing. or pl. verb) Fabric; material.
5. goods Slang Incriminating information or evidence: tried to get the goods on the crook.
adv.
Informal
Well.

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