noun 1. pleasant disposition; kindly nature; amiability. A cheerful, obliging disposition, as in Ted is known for his good nature—he’s always willing to help. [ Mid-1400s ]
[goo d-ney-ber] /ˈgʊdˈneɪ bər/ adjective 1. characterized by friendly political relations and mutual aid between countries. adj. also (chiefly British English) good-neighbour, adjectival phrase, in reference to U.S. foreign policy, especially in Latin America, 1928, originally in Herbert Hoover. The good neighbours is Scottish euphemism for “the fairies” (1580s).
[goo d-ney-cherd] /ˈgʊdˈneɪ tʃərd/ adjective 1. having or showing a pleasant, kindly disposition; amiable: a warm, good-natured person. adjective 1. of a tolerant and kindly disposition adj. 1570s, from good (adj.) + nature. Good nature “pleasing or kind disposition” is from mid-15c. Related: Good-naturedly.
[goo d-nis] /ˈgʊd nɪs/ noun 1. the state or quality of being . 2. moral excellence; virtue. 3. kindly feeling; kindness; generosity. 4. excellence of quality: goodness of workmanship. 5. the part of anything; essence; strength. 6. a euphemism for God: Thank goodness! interjection 7. (used in expressions of surprise, alarm, etc.): Goodness, you gave […]