good

good · adjective

imported

Definitions

adjective

  1. 1.

    Of a high quality, standard, or level.

  2. 2.

    Morally right; virtuous.

  3. 3.

    Suitable or appropriate.

  4. 4.

    Healthy or well.

  5. 5.

    Skilled or competent.

  6. 6.

    Pleasant or enjoyable.

  7. 7.

    That which is morally right.

  8. 8.

    (plural) Merchandise or possessions.

  9. 9.

    Well.

Forms

plural: goods

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    good for you — Congratulations; beneficial.
  • •
    good luck — Wishes for success.
  • •
    as good as — Practically; almost.
  • •
    for good — Permanently; forever.
  • •
    good and ready — Completely prepared.
  • •
    make good — Succeed; compensate.
  • •
    no good — Useless; of poor quality.

Related words

Antonyms: bad, evil, poor
See also: bad, best, better, well
Synonyms: excellent, fine, great, nice

Etymology

From Old English god ("good, virtuous"), from Proto-Germanic *godaz.