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Meaning of the word good in English

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good

US /ɡʊd/
UK /ɡʊd/
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Adjective

1.

of high quality or standard

Example:
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She's a very good student.
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This is a really good book.
Synonym:
excellentfinesuperior
Synonym:
badpoor
2.

pleasant or enjoyable

Example:
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We had a really good time at the party.
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The weather is good for a walk.
Synonym:
enjoyablepleasantagreeable
Synonym:
unpleasantbad
3.

morally right or virtuous

Example:
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It's important to do good deeds.
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He's a very good person.
Synonym:
righteousvirtuousmoral
Synonym:
evilwicked

Adverb

1.

well; in a satisfactory way

Example:
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She sings very good.
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He did good on the test.
Synonym:
wellsatisfactorily
Synonym:
badlypoorly

Noun

1.

that which is morally right; righteousness

Example:
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Always try to do good.
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He dedicated his life to the common good.
Synonym:
virtuerighteousnessbenefit
Synonym:
evilharm

Exclamation

1.

used to express approval or satisfaction

Example:
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Good! You made it on time.
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Good, let's start the meeting.
Synonym:
greatexcellentfine
Synonym:
badpoor
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