Good Definition
good
adverb
- (often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (`good' is a nonstandard dialectal variant for `well'); "the children behaved well"; "a task well done"; "the party went well"; "he slept well"; "a well-argued thesis"; "a well-seasoned dish"; "a well-planned party"; "the baby can walk pretty good"
- completely and absolutely (`good' is sometimes used informally for `thoroughly'); "he was soundly defeated"; "we beat him good"
adjective
- having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified; "good news from the hospital"; "a good report card"; "when she was good she was very very good"; "a good knife is one good for cutting"; "this stump will make a good picnic table"; "a good check"; "a good joke"; "a good exterior paint"; "a good secretary"; "a good dress for the office"
- having the normally expected amount; "gives full measure"; "gives good measure"; "a good mile from here"
- morally admirable
- deserving of esteem and respect; "all respectable companies give guarantees"; "ruined the family's good name"
- promoting or enhancing well-being; "an arms limitation agreement beneficial to all countries"; "the beneficial effects of a temperate climate"; "the experience was good for her"
- agreeable or pleasing; "we all had a good time"; "good manners"
- of moral excellence; "a genuinely good person"; "a just cause"; "an upright and respectable man"
- having or showing knowledge and skill and aptitude; "adept in handicrafts"; "an adept juggler"; "an expert job"; "a good mechanic"; "a practiced marksman"; "a proficient engineer"; "a lesser-known but no less skillful composer"; "the effect was achieved by skillful retouching"
- thorough; "had a good workout"; "gave the house a good cleaning"
- with or in a close or intimate relationship; "a good friend"; "my sisters and brothers are near and dear"
- financially sound; "a good investment"; "a secure investment"
- most suitable or right for a particular purpose; "a good time to plant tomatoes"; "the right time to act"; "the time is ripe for great sociological changes"
- resulting favorably; "it's a good thing that I wasn't there"; "it is good that you stayed"; "it is well that no one saw you"; "all's well that ends well"
- exerting force or influence; "the law is effective immediately"; "a warranty good for two years"; "the law is already in effect (or in force)"
- capable of pleasing; "good looks"
- appealing to the mind; "good music"; "a serious book"
- in excellent physical condition; "good teeth"; "I still have one good leg"; "a sound mind in a sound body"
- tending to promote physical well-being; beneficial to health; "beneficial effects of a balanced diet"; "a good night's sleep"; "the salutary influence of pure air"
- not forged; "a good dollar bill"
- not left to spoil; "the meat is still good"
- generally admired; "good taste"
noun
- benefit; "for your own good"; "what's the good of worrying?"
- moral excellence or admirableness; "there is much good to be found in people"
- that which is pleasing or valuable or useful; "weigh the good against the bad"; "among the highest goods of all are happiness and self-realization"
- articles of commerce
"Good" in song lyrics
See how good is used in real songs:
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"With no locks on the wheels, love is love, it's all good"
1.4.0. Productions f/ Shawn Wigs — Drop! -
"We're good to go and goin to be good"
2 Live Crew — 2 Live is What We Are... (Word) -
"It's a hot summer day and I feel good"
2 Live Crew — Coolin'
Words that rhyme with good
Usage tips for "good"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "good" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for good to find words that pair well.