Good

Definition

Good refers to something that is morally right, beneficial, or of high quality. It can also denote well-being, excellence, or satisfaction. As a noun, it represents virtue or items of value, and as an adverb, it is used colloquially to mean "well."

Parts of Speech

• Adjective
• Noun
• Adverb (informal)

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ɡʊd/
• Respelling: good

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ɡʊd/
• Respelling: good

Etymology

The word "good" originates from the Old English "gōd," meaning "virtuous" or "desirable," derived from Proto-Germanic "*gōdaz*" and Proto-Indo-European "*ghedh-" (to unite or associate). The term has retained its broad applicability in morality, quality, and utility.

Derivatives

• Goodness (noun)
• Goodwill (noun)
• Goods (noun)
• Good-hearted (adjective)
• Goodly (adjective, archaic)

Synonyms

• Excellent
• Virtuous
• Beneficial

Antonyms

• Bad
• Wicked
• Harmful

Usage

The word "good" is widely used to describe moral righteousness, satisfactory conditions, or high quality. For example, "She is a good person," or "The food tastes good."

Related Terms

• Virtue: Behavior showing high moral standards.
• Quality: The standard of something as measured against other things.
• Well-being: The state of being comfortable, healthy, or happy.

Detailed Definitions

Adjective

• Morally right or virtuous: Refers to ethical or honorable behavior.
  • Example: "Helping others is a good deed."
• Of high quality or satisfactory: Indicates excellence or adequacy.
  • Example: "The movie was very good."
• Beneficial or advantageous: Describes something that produces positive results.
  • Example: "Exercise is good for your health."

Noun

• Virtue or righteousness: Represents moral excellence.
  • Example: "She always strives to do good."
• Items or commodities of value: Refers to tangible or intangible assets.
  • Example: "The store sells household goods."

Adverb (informal)

• Well or satisfactorily: Used colloquially to indicate adequacy or skill.
  • Example: "You’re doing really good at this game."