Idioms for good

Origin of good

before 900; Middle English (adj., adv., and noun); Old English gōd (adj.); cognate with Dutch goed, German gut, Old Norse gōthr, Gothic goths

synonym study for good

47. See property.

usage note for good

Good is common as an adverb in informal speech, especially after forms of do: He did good on the test. She sees good with her new glasses. This use does not occur in formal speech or edited writing, where the adverb well is used instead: He did well on the test. She sees well with her new glasses.
The adjective good is standard after linking verbs like taste, smell, look, feel, be, and seem: Everything tastes good. The biscuits smell good. You're looking good today. When used after look or feel, good may refer to spirits as well as health: I'm feeling pretty good this morning, ready to take on the world. Well is both an adjective and an adverb. As an adjective used after look, feel, or other linking verbs, it often refers to good health: You're looking well; we missed you while you were in the hospital. See also bad.

OTHER WORDS FROM good

qua·si-good, adjective

WORDS THAT MAY BE CONFUSED WITH good

good well (see usage note at the current entry)

Words nearby good

goo, goo-goo, goober, gooby, gooch, good, good afternoon, good and, good around, good as done, as, good as gold, as

Words related to good for

profitable, productive, useful, energetic, able, capable, skillful, powerful, skilled, dynamic, potent, active, valuable, economical, competent, tough, adequate, decisive, accessible, cooperative

British Dictionary definitions for good for

good
/ (ɡʊd) /

adjective better or best

interjection

an exclamation of approval, agreement, pleasure, etc

noun

See also goods

Derived forms of good

goodish, adjective

Word Origin for good

Old English gōd; related to Old Norse gōthr, Old High German guot good

Idioms and Phrases with good for (1 of 2)

good for
1

Beneficial to, as in Milk is good for children. [Tenth century a.d.]

2

Financially reliable, able to pay or repay, as in They know he's good for a big tip. [Mid-1800s]

3

Able to serve or continue to function, as in This furniture's good for at least ten more years, or I hope you're not tired—I'm good for another three miles or so. [Mid-1800s]

4

Equivalent in value; also, valid for. For example, These coupons are good for a 20 percent discount, or This contract is good for the entire life of the book. [Second half of 1800s]

5

good for someone. An expression of approval, as in Good for Bill—he's sold the car, or Good for you! You passed the exam. This usage differs from the others in that orally a slight emphasis is placed on you or whoever is being mentioned. [Mid-1800s]

Idioms and Phrases with good for (2 of 2)

good