archaic
: a usually married woman of lowly station
—used as a title preceding a surname
variants
or goodie
plural goodies
1
: something that is particularly attractive, pleasurable, good, or desirable
This song is an oldie but goody.
Job benefits include insurance, sick leave, and other goodies.
Each guest was given a goody bag. [=a package of small gifts]
2
chiefly British
: one that is good
especially
: an opponent of the villain (as in a movie or television show) compare baddie
3
: something that tastes good
—usually used in plural
On the breakfast buffet were bagels, pastries, and other goodies.
Examples of goody in a Sentence
Noun (2)
couldn't wait to sample the bonbons, tortes, and other goodies
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Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 9 Dec. 2025
An exclusive Hallmark and Disney collection of goodies inspired by the movie will be available, featuring greeting cards, ornaments, gifts, gift wrap and other unique products.
—Breanne L. Heldman, PEOPLE, 7 Dec. 2025
The brand’s rotating aisle is always full of seasonal goodies, and no two things stay the same from week to week.
—Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Dec. 2025
And while those are all features that users have come to expect over the years, Spotify unveiled several new goodies this time around.
—Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 3 Dec. 2025
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Noun
Sweejar Ceramic Bakeware Set Every kitchen should have a reliable bakeware set to make casseroles, roasted meats and veggies, baked goodies, and more.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 9 Dec. 2025
An exclusive Hallmark and Disney collection of goodies inspired by the movie will be available, featuring greeting cards, ornaments, gifts, gift wrap and other unique products.
—Breanne L. Heldman, PEOPLE, 7 Dec. 2025
The brand’s rotating aisle is always full of seasonal goodies, and no two things stay the same from week to week.
—Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Dec. 2025
And while those are all features that users have come to expect over the years, Spotify unveiled several new goodies this time around.
—Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 3 Dec. 2025
See All Example Sentences for goody
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“Goody.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/goody. Accessed 16 Dec. 2025.
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