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good·ness
 goodness
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- pronunciation:
- gUd
nihs
- parts of speech:
- noun, interjection
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun)
| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
the quality or condition of being good.
full of goodness and generosity- synonyms:
- altruism, beneficence, benevolence, decency, grace, integrity, merit, rectitude, virtue, worth
- antonyms:
- evil
- similar words:
- charity, compassion, generosity, good will, humanity, mercy, morality, piety, probity, righteousness
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| definition 2: |
the good or essential part, esp. of food.
The goodness is in the skins of potatoes.- similar words:
- advantage, benefit, meat, nourishment, nutriment, nutrition, pick, prime, value, worth
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| related words: |
benevolence, decency, heart, justice |
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| part of speech: |
interjection |
| definition: |
used in expressions of surprise or alarm.
Goodness! You've had your hair chopped off.- synonyms:
- gee, gosh, gracious, heavens, wow
- similar words:
- boy, hey
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| related words: |
glory, really |
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