Definition Synonyms
Definition of goodness - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
moral qualitythe quality of being morally good
- Her actions reflect her inner goodness.
2.
nutritionthe nutritious part of food
- The soup is full of natural goodness.
3.
kindnessthe quality of being kind and generous
- His goodness was evident in his charity work.
4.
euphemismRare UK euphemistic reference to GodRare UK
- For goodness' sake, be careful!
Expressions with goodness
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expressing relief or gratitude
Thank goodness you arrived on time!
used to express frustration or annoyance
For goodness' sake, finish your homework!
used to express surprise or annoyance
For goodness' sakes, why are you late again?
used to express uncertainty or lack of knowledge
Goodness knows where she went after the party.
used to express puzzlement or lack of understanding
She left the party early, goodness knows why.
expresses surprise or confusion about something unknown
Goodness only knows why he did that!
used to express excitement or joy
Oh my goodness, we won the game!
express relief or happiness about a good outcome
Thank goodness for that, the test is over!
real or genuine, not fake or insincere
This is an honest-to-goodness leather jacket.
used to express concern or worry
Oh my goodness gracious, are you okay?
degree observed data matches expected data in a model
The goodness of fit was tested using a chi-square test.
expresses surprise or amazement in a mild way
Goodness gracious me, I didn't see that coming!
strongly wish for a certain result often with worry or anxiety
I hope to goodness the train is not delayed again.
expresses surprise or amazement in a polite way
My goodness, I didn't expect to see you here!
expresses great surprise or shock
Goodness gracious, I didn't see that coming!
used to express surprise or amazement
Goodness me, I didn't expect to see you here!
exclamation of surprise or shock
Gracious goodness, what happened here?
Origin of goodness
Old English, god (virtuous) + ness (state)
Terms with goodness included in their meaning
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spiritual trust
confidence in God’s goodness and purpose for what happens
food industry
overall goodness of food based on taste safety nutrition and appearance
ethics
false appearance of virtue or goodness
philosophy
the abstract concept of goodness
hidden goodness
someone who appears bad but is good
distrustful attitude
showing disbelief in sincerity or goodness of human motives
goodness
belief that people are good and kind
virtuous life
live a life of virtue and goodness
ethical integrity
man known for honesty and moral goodness
virtue
showing goodness or kindness like a very holy person
religion
used to wish someone goodness or divine favor
goodness
natural quality of being good
value
simplicity or modesty can be associated with goodness or excellence
acr: Oh My Goodness
expression showing surprise or amazement
religious virtue
state of moral goodness shown by saintlike conduct
theology
justification of a deity's goodness despite evil's existence
Examples of goodness in a sentence
Her goodness shone through in her charitable work. Whole grains are packed with goodness. The smoothie retains the goodness of fresh fruits. Her goodness shone through her volunteer work. The goodness in his heart was undeniable. Goodness, what a surprise to see you here!
Oh my goodness, I forgot the meeting!
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- French:bonté, valeur nutritive, ...
- German:Güte, Nährstoffe, ...
- Italian:bontà, nutrienti, ...
- Spanish:bondad, valor nutritivo, ...
- Portuguese:bondade, substância nutritiva, ...
- Chinese:善良, 营养, ...
- Japanese:善良さ, 栄養, ...
- Arabic:صلاح, فَوائِد غِذائِيَّة, ...
- Hebrew:טוֹב, עֲרָכִים תְּזוּנָתִיִּים, ...
- Russian:доброта, польза, ...
- Ukrainian:доброта, корисність, ...
- Hindi:भलाई, पौष्टिकता, ...
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