goodness

noun

ˈgu̇d-nəs How to pronounce goodness (audio)
Definition of goodnessnext
as in integrity
conduct that conforms to an accepted standard of right and wrong a person of such unaffected goodness that his friends were inspired to lead better lives

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Recent Examples of goodness The good news is that while the promotions might end, the restaurants will still be there, serving up lots of goodness. — Janet Kusterer, Baltimore Sun, 9 Aug. 2026 That stood in drastic contrast to the start-to-finish musical goodness of Day 1, where the highlights — from Wet Leg and Geese to Clipse and headliner Charli xcx — were more evenly spread out. — Jim Harrington, Mercury News, 9 Aug. 2026 From the sights and sounds to the Easter eggs, the first episode packs in all kinds of Kansas City goodness. — Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 6 Aug. 2026 The butter browns into pools of toasty goodness, adding even more umami to the fish. — Nina Moskowitz, Bon Appetit Magazine, 6 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for goodness
Recent Examples of Synonyms for goodness
  1. integrity
  2. morality
  3. virtue
  4. honesty
Noun
  • The idea is to preserve their physical integrity and maintain their sacred aura.
    — Christopher Elliott, Forbes.com, 16 Aug. 2026
  • Both sides of the political aisle have voiced worries about the integrity of the salt caverns.
    — Spencer Kimball, CNBC, 15 Aug. 2026
Definition of integrity
Noun
  • Others, however, expressed some concerns about the morality of cashing in on the destruction.
    — Hannah Fry, Los Angeles Times, 18 Aug. 2026
  • Like Tara’s death for Willow, Connor’s disappearance rewrites the laws of morality for Angel.
    — Emily Temple, Literary Hub, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of morality
Noun
  • Today, young people are increasingly frustrated with the hypocrisy of politicians lecturing them about the virtues of voting while in practice facilitating disengagement.
    — David Neil, New York Daily News, 15 Aug. 2026
  • Just as uniformity is a virtue of a product, so uniqueness is a virtue of a service.
    — Chip Bell, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2026
Definition of virtue
Noun
  • Later, the Moon opposes Uranus in your 1st House of Self, which may bring a sudden need for independence, honesty, or a different pace.
    — Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 20 Aug. 2026
  • In the moments of incredible sensitivity, humor, or honesty that keep people engrossed.
    — Frank Racioppi, Forbes.com, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of honesty

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“Goodness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/goodness. Accessed 21 Aug. 2026.

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