good
名词
定义 good 名词
benefit
- B2Uncountable
something that provides a benefit or advantage to a person or situation
Even a small donation can bring considerable good.
I'm telling you this for your own benefit.
This policy aims to do good for the general public.
health
- Uncountable
the condition of being healthy or in a satisfactory state
You should quit smoking for the sake of your health.
He runs every day to promote his physical well-being.
Modernizing historical buildings can often cause more harm than good.
morality
- C2Uncountable
that which is morally correct
The battle between good and evil is never-ending.
Sometimes, ambition can be a driving force for good.
He dedicated his life to the pursuit of good.
片语 good 名词
- goods
Items that are available for sale, or personal possessions that one owns.
• All electrical goods are being sold at a 25 percent discount until the end of the weekend.
- do someone good
To have a positive impact on someone's health or well-being; to be beneficial to someone.
• Taking a break from work to travel occasionally will do you good; it can relax your mind and body.
形容词
定义 good 形容词
quality
- A1
very satisfactory, enjoyable, pleasant, or interesting
This is a truly good book.
Did you have a good time on your vacation?
The weather has been exceptionally good for this time of year.
- A1
of a high quality or level
She speaks very good English.
I’ve heard it's a remarkably good school.
This coffee is as good as the one I had in Italy.
used to express praise
Good job! That was a spectacular catch.
Good for you! You did an excellent job.
greeting
used in greetings
good morning/afternoon/evening
health
- A1
healthy or well
I didn't go to work today because I wasn't feeling so good.
"How's your mother?" "She's good, thank you."
The doctor said that my health is good.
success
- A1
successful, or able to do something well
Kate is a very good cook.
She is exceptionally good at mathematics.
They have a good relationship with each other.
kindness
- A1
kind or helpful
a good friend
It's very good of you to offer your help.
He is very good to his grandparents.
morality
- B1
morally right or based on religious principles
She lived a good life, full of virtue.
We must strive to set a good example for the children.
He always acted based on good principles.
effect
- A1
having a positive or useful effect, especially on the health
Be sure to eat plenty of fresh food that is good for your health.
Too much sugar in your diet is not good for your body.
It's good for the elderly to remain as active as possible.
behavior
- A2
A good child or animal behaves well.
If you are a good boy at the doctor's, I'll take you swimming afterwards.
This dog is good; it never bites things.
trust
able to be trusted
Her credit is good.
This company has good credibility in the industry.
suitability
- A2
suitable, convenient, or satisfactory
When would be a good time to call you?
The meeting time this afternoon is good for me.
This plan is good for us.
quantity
- C1Before noun
used to emphasize the large number, amount, or level of something
We walked a good distance today.
There was a good number of people at the airport waiting for the plane to land.
Not all of his movies have been successful – there were a good few failures in the early years.
satisfaction
- A1
said when you are satisfied or pleased about something, or to show agreement with a decision
Oh good, he's finally arrived.
Good, I’ll let her know that everything is arranged.
Good, we can start now.
片语 good 形容词
- get off to a good start
To begin an activity or task successfully and auspiciously.
• The new company got off to a good start with a vibrant operation right from the beginning.
- I'm good
This phrase is used as a standard response when someone greets or inquires about your well-being.
• "How's it going?" "I'm good, thanks!"
- be no good
To be of poor quality or not useful; lacking the necessary attributes for a specific purpose.
• This umbrella is no good; its frame is too flimsy.
- be so good as to
Used to make a polite request.
• Be so good as to ensure the door is closed when you leave.
- do (someone) a good turn
To perform a kind or helpful action for someone.
• I was only trying to do him a good turn.
- a good deal of
A large quantity or amount of something.
• This project requires a good deal of funding.
- a good ...
Used to indicate an amount, degree, or distance that is greater than a specified quantity.
• It took me a good week and a half to finish this report.
成语
- good and ...
Used to emphasize a high degree of something; equivalent to 'very' or 'extremely'.
• You better make sure the door is good and shut because it's really cold outside.
- good show
An expression used to convey approval or commendation, indicating something has been done well or is excellent.
• Their performance was a good show; the audience gave them a standing ovation.
- for good measure
as an extra measure; in addition to what is necessary or expected
• She added salt and pepper to the soup, and then a dash of paprika for good measure.
- good and proper
To an absolute and thorough degree; completely and fully.
• After this renovation, the house is good and proper refreshed.
- make good time
To travel quickly and efficiently, completing a journey in less time than expected.
• We made good time driving today, so we arrived at our destination early.
- in good time
With sufficient time to spare; before the last moment.
• We should leave early to make sure we arrive at the meeting in good time.
- have a good innings
This idiom is used to describe someone who has lived a long and successful life.
• She was 95 when she passed away; she truly had a good innings.
- as good as
Virtually or practically; very close to being.
• The report is as good as done; I just need to do the final proofreading.
- make good
To achieve success and accumulate wealth.
• Coming from a working-class family, he eventually made good.
- all in good time
used to advise someone to be patient, as the desired outcome will occur at the appropriate time.
• Don't worry, all your questions will be answered all in good time.
- what good is ...
Used to inquire about the purpose or benefit of doing something.
• What good is constantly complaining? You should try to solve the problem instead.
- no good
Morally unacceptable or of bad character.
• That con man is no good for him as an example.
- in good faith
Refers to acting with sincerity and honesty.
• They negotiated in good faith and eventually reached a fair agreement.
- come up with the goods
to fulfill expectations or provide the required results or items.
• The team needs to come up with the goods, or they will lose their sponsorship.
- good heavens/grief/gracious!
An exclamation used to express surprise, anger, shock, or other strong emotions.
• Good heavens! I forgot my wallet at home.
- be as good as your word
To fulfill all promises made to someone.
• She promised to send me a postcard, and she was as good as her word.
- be good, and if you can't be good, be careful
This idiom is used to advise someone to have fun and enjoy themselves but also to be cautious and avoid taking unnecessary risks.
• Kids, go have fun, but remember, be good, and if you can't be good, be careful.
- be good for something
Capable and willing to provide something, often of benefit or enjoyment.
• This restaurant is always good for a delicious meal.
- be up to no good
To behave in a dishonest or mischievous way; to be engaged in activities that are not good or are likely to cause trouble.
• The group of teenagers was loitering suspiciously on the street corner, looking like they were up to no good.
- be good to go
To be fully prepared and ready to proceed or begin an activity.
• I've checked all the settings, so we're good to go.
- be (as) good as gold
To behave very well, especially used to describe a child.
• He has been as good as gold today since I told him I’d take him to the park if he behaved well.
- the good old days
A period in the past that is remembered with fondness, often with the belief that life was better during that time.
• Grandpa always talks about the good old days, saying how simple life was back then.
- to the good
Generally beneficial or advantageous; resulting in a positive outcome.
• Increased cooperation between companies is to the good for both parties.
- be (as) good as new
To be in excellent condition, appearing or functioning as if new.
• After some repairs, this old bicycle is as good as new.
- be a good
Used to express that it is fortunate or lucky that something did not happen or that a decision was a good one, with a positive outcome.
• It's a good job I didn't go to that restaurant yesterday; I heard they had a food poisoning outbreak.
- good for you!
Used to express approval and congratulations for someone's success or good fortune.
• You got your dream job, good for you!
- make good on something
To fulfill a promise or commitment; to do what one has agreed or is expected to do.
• The company promised to complete the project by the end of the year, and they must make good on that promise.