good
good/ɡo͝od/
adjective
- to be desired or approved of."a good quality of life"
- having the qualities required for a particular role."the schools here are good"synonyms: fine, of high quality, of a high standard, quality, superior, satisfactory, acceptable, adequate, in order, up to scratch, up to the mark, up to standard, up to par, competent, not bad, all right, excellent, superb, outstanding, magnificent, of the highest quality, of the highest standard, exceptional, marvelous, wonderful, first-rate, first-class, superlative, splendid, admirable, worthy, sterling, super, great, OK, hunky-dory, A1, ace, terrific, tremendous, fantastic, fab, top-notch, tip-top, class, awesome, magic, wicked, brilliant, brill, smashing, bosting, on fleek, beaut, bonzer, spiffing, ripping, cracking, topping, top-hole, wizard, capital, champion, swell, delicious, mouthwatering, appetizing, tasty, flavorsome, flavorful, delectable, toothsome, inviting, enjoyable, palatable, succulent, luscious, rich, sweet, savory, piquant, scrumptious, delish, scrummy, yummy, yum-yum, moreish, peng, finger-licking, nummy, ambrosial, ambrosian, nectareous, nectarean, flavorous, sapid, valid, genuine, authentic, legitimate, sound, bona fide, convincing, persuasive, forceful, striking, telling, potent, powerful, strong, cogent, compelling, trenchant, weighty, important, meaningful, influential
- possessing or displaying moral virtue."I've met many good people who made me feel ashamed of my own shortcomings"synonyms: virtuous, righteous, moral, morally correct, ethical, upright, upstanding, high-minded, right-minded, right-thinking, principled, exemplary, clean, law-abiding, lawful, irreproachable, blameless, guiltless, unimpeachable, just, honest, honorable, unbribable, incorruptible, anticorruption, scrupulous, reputable, decent, respectable, noble, lofty, elevated, worthy, trustworthy, meritorious, praiseworthy, commendable, admirable, laudable, pure, pure as the driven snow, whiter than white, sinless, saintly, saintlike, godly, angelic, squeaky clean
- giving pleasure; enjoyable or satisfying."the streets fill up with people looking for a good time"synonyms: enjoyable, pleasant, agreeable, pleasing, pleasurable, delightful, great, nice, lovely, amusing, diverting, jolly, merry, lively, festive, cheerful, convivial, congenial, sociable, super, fantastic, fabulous, fab, terrific, glorious, grand, magic, out of this world, cool, brilliant, brill, smashing, peachy, neat, ducky, beaut, bonzer, capital, wizard, corking, spiffing, ripping, top-hole, topping, champion, beezer, swell, frabjous
- thorough."have a good look around"
- (of a ticket) valid."the ticket is good for travel from May to September"
- used in conjunction with the name of God or a related expression as an exclamation of extreme surprise or anger."good heavens!"
noun
- that which is morally right; righteousness."a mysterious balance of good and evil"synonyms: virtue, righteousness, virtuousness, goodness, morality, ethicalness, uprightness, upstandingness, integrity, principle, dignity, rectitude, rightness, honesty, truth, truthfulness, honor, incorruptibility, probity, propriety, worthiness, worth, merit, irreproachableness, blamelessness, purity, pureness, lack of corruption, justice, justness, fairness
- benefit or advantage to someone or something."he convinces his father to use his genius for the good of mankind"synonyms: benefit, advantage, profit, gain, interest, welfare, well-being, enjoyment, satisfaction, comfort, ease, convenience, help, aid, assistance, use, usefulness, avail, service, behalf
adverb
well.
"my mother could never cook this good"
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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 ethics, morality, philosophy, and religion. Wikipedia
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satisfactory in quality, quantity, or degree: a good teacher; good health. Synonyms: admirable, outstanding, adequate. of high quality; excellent.
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