goodness

US /ˈɡʊd.nəs/
UK /ˈɡʊd.nəs/
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1.

the quality of being morally good or virtuous

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Her goodness was evident in all her actions.
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He was a man of great goodness and integrity.
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virtuerighteousnessmoralityintegritybenevolence
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evilwickednessbadness
2.

the state or quality of being good or acceptable

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The goodness of the soil is crucial for healthy crops.
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We checked the goodness of the water before drinking it.
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qualityexcellencesuperiorityvalue
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badnesspoorness
1.

used as an exclamation of surprise, anger, or emphasis

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My goodness, you've grown so much!
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For goodness sake, just tell me the truth!
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heavensgraciousgoshgee
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goodgoodsfor goodgood morninggood afternoongood eveninggood night