goodness — The quality of being morally good or virtuous. It can also express surprise or emphasis.
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: The quality of being morally good or virtuous. It can also express surprise or emphasis.
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈɡʊd.nəs/
Example Sentences
- Thank goodness it's Friday! I thought this week would never end.
- She donated money out of the goodness of her heart, not for fame.
- Goodness me! You scared me half to death jumping out like that!
goodness
NOUN[/ˈɡʊd.nəs/]
The quality of being morally good or virtuous. It can also express surprise or emphasis.
The quality of being morally good or virtuous. It can also express surprise or emphasis.
Goodness conquers darkness, turning starkness into warmth!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Old English 'gōdnes', combining the word 'good' with the noun-forming suffix '-ness'. This ancient formation literally meant 'the quality or state of being good'.
Breakdown
good (positive, virtuous) + -ness (noun suffix meaning 'state or quality of')
🎵Rhyme
📝Examples
“Thank goodness it's Friday! I thought this week would never end.”
“She donated money out of the goodness of her heart, not for fame.”
“Goodness me! You scared me half to death jumping out like that!”
“This organic juice retains all the goodness of fresh fruits.”
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