goodness

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Goodness

Word parts

good + -ness

Pronunciation

• IPA ^(key): /ˈɡʊdnəs/ or /ˈɡʊdnɪs/

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Noun

Singular goodness

Plural goodnesses

1. (uncountable) Goodness is the quality of being good.

   He was known in the community for his goodness towards others. As such, many in the community were saddened the day he passed away.

2. Goodness is the good, nutritional, healthy part or content of something.

   Despite the goodness of exercising, John usually does not have time for it.