good · adj
good (LARGE)
C1 used to emphasize the number, amount, quality, etc., of something
Dictionary examples:
There was a good deal of discussion about how much the car was worth. (36.3)
it's a good thing
B2 If it's a good thing that something happened, it is lucky or fortunate that it happened.
Dictionary examples:
It's a good thing (that) we bought our tickets early. (15.7)
a good deal
C1 an agreement, arrangement, or situation that benefits you
Dictionary examples:
I think we got a really good deal on our new car. (35.5)
be good company
C1 to be a pleasant or interesting person to spend time with
Dictionary examples:
Ann and Charles are always good company. (16.1)
a good 20 minutes/30 miles, etc.
C2 not less than 20 minutes/30 miles, etc. and probably a little more
Dictionary examples:
It takes a good half hour to get downtown to the office. (23.7)
so far, so good
C2 used to say that something has gone well until now
Dictionary examples:
It's the first time I've done any decorating, but so far, so good. (54.4)
good for you
A1 making you healthy or happy
Dictionary examples:
Laughing is good for you. (0.0)
Eating ice cream is good for you! (0.0)
Playing video games is good for you. (0.0)
Swimming is really good for you. (13.4)
Eating plenty of fresh vegetables is good for you (22.3)
good (HEALTHY)
A1 something that you say when a person asks how you are or how someone you know is
Dictionary examples:
"How's your pen?" "It's good, writing well!" (0.0)
"How's your pet rock?" "It's good, very active!" (0.0)
"How's your hair?" "It's good, growing as usual!" (0.0)
"How's Joshua doing?" "He's good, thank you." (14.3)
"How are you, Amelia?" "I'm good, thanks!" (24.0)
good (KIND)
A1 kind or helpful
Dictionary examples:
My phone is good. It wakes me up. (0.0)
The cat is good to mice. (0.0)
The sun is good. It makes me warm. (0.0)
a good friend (4.2)
He's very good to his mother. (13.5)
good (PLEASANT)
A1 enjoyable, pleasant or interesting
Dictionary examples:
The funny movie was very good. (0.0)
The cake was so good, I ate it all! (0.0)
Chocolate cake? Yes, that's good! (0.0)
The pizza smells so good! (0.0)
Ice cream for breakfast? Sounds good! (0.0)
Sleeping is good. Waking up? Not good! (0.0)
Homework? No, thanks. Video games? Good! (0.0)
Weekends are good. Long weekends are great! (0.0)
Did you have a good time at the party? (11.0)
a good book/film (25.3)
good (PLEASED)
A1 something you say when you are pleased about what someone has said
Dictionary examples:
"I didn't sleep in class." "Good!" (0.0)
"I didn't break anything today." "Good!" (0.0)
"I remembered my homework." "Good!" (0.0)
"I'm coming on Saturday." "Oh, good!" (6.3)
"She's really making progress." "Good!" (18.6)
good (BEHAVIOR)
A2 A good child or animal behaves well.
Dictionary examples:
My little sister is so good, she eats vegetables without complaining! (0.0)
The dog was so good, it taught the cat to sit! (0.0)
My cat is so good, it brings me the newspaper every morning! (0.0)
If you're a good boy at the doctor's I'll take you swimming afterward. (22.5)
good (SUCCESSFUL)
A1 successful, or able to do something well
Dictionary examples:
My dog is good at eating homework. (0.0)
He's good at sleeping in class. (0.0)
I'm good at forgetting birthdays. (0.0)
He's very good with children. (5.1)
Kate's a good cook. (9.2)
She's very good at geography. (10.7)
good (HIGH QUALITY)
A1 of a high quality or level
Dictionary examples:
His socks smell good. Really! (0.0)
My dog's singing is very good! (0.0)
His hair smells good. It's cake! (0.0)
His feet smell good. It's pizza! (0.0)
The food at this restaurant is very good. (6.7)
She speaks good French. (41.8)
good (MORALLY RIGHT)
B1 morally right
Dictionary examples:
The thief returned the stolen cookies and left a 'Good Job!' sticker. (0.0)
The 'Be Good' app sends electric shocks when you think bad thoughts. (0.0)
The 'Good Deeds' store ran out of stock on Black Friday. (0.0)
He's a very good person. (11.9)
Try to set a good example for the children. (17.7)
good (SUITABLE)
A2 suitable or satisfactory
Dictionary examples:
Is now a good time to ask for a raise? I'm broke! (0.0)
Is it a good idea to eat ice cream for breakfast? (0.0)
Is a fish a good pet to take for a walk? (0.0)
How about Friday - is that good for you? (9.2)
When would it be a good time to phone? (14.3)
Is this a good time to talk? (15.6)
be in good taste
C2 to be acceptable in a way that will not upset or anger people
Dictionary examples:
His speech was in good taste. (29.7)
Good for you!
B2 used to show approval for someone's success or good luck
Dictionary examples:
You passed your exam? Good for you! (9.5)