as in gracious
having an easygoing and pleasing manner especially in social situations
the guests at the party were a good-natured bunch
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Recent Examples of good-natured
As the two catch up, Crudup veers from good-natured to sorrowful to bitter to menacing in a matter of minutes.
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Jenelle Riley, Variety, 2 Jan. 2026
During a round of toasts, she was admonished — in a good-natured way — by co-workers, for raising her water glass.
—Judith Martin, Mercury News, 31 Dec. 2025
Walter Schreiber was a good-natured man.
—Literary Hub, 9 Dec. 2025
Wood is one of the nicest and most good-natured people in the game, an affable and hugely likeable north-easterner with nothing of the mean and nasty traits supposedly inherent in fast bowlers.
—Paul Newman, New York Times, 19 Nov. 2025
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Jenelle Riley, Variety, 2 Jan. 2026
During a round of toasts, she was admonished — in a good-natured way — by co-workers, for raising her water glass.
—Judith Martin, Mercury News, 31 Dec. 2025
Walter Schreiber was a good-natured man.
—Literary Hub, 9 Dec. 2025
Wood is one of the nicest and most good-natured people in the game, an affable and hugely likeable north-easterner with nothing of the mean and nasty traits supposedly inherent in fast bowlers.
—Paul Newman, New York Times, 19 Nov. 2025
See All Example Sentences for good-natured
Recent Examples of Synonyms for good-natured
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Knight Acknowledged the Bond Between the Teams Even while addressing a situation that could easily breed division, Knight was gracious toward her male counterparts.—
Hanna Wickes,
Miami Herald,
26 Feb. 2026
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Alternatively, it can be maintained as a gracious single-family home with easy access to Bonn, Cologne, and Frankfurt.—
Mark David,
Robb Report,
26 Feb. 2026
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Swapping out your sponge not only cuts down on germs but also keeps dish suds smelling fresh and pleasant, a small comfort that makes the daily dishwashing routine a bit more enjoyable.—
Jessica Safavimehr,
Southern Living,
27 Feb. 2026
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If the underripe pineapple is not pleasant to eat once cut, utilize by freezing chunks and adding to smoothies or toss them in a savory stir-fry recipe.—
Katlyn Moncada,
Better Homes & Gardens,
27 Feb. 2026
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Neemias Queta made all three of his field goals in the opening quarter, including a nice turnaround hook shot over Jokic and a last-second alley-oop from Pritchard, whose penchant for buzzer-beaters likely drew Denver’s attention away from the lurking big man.—
Zack Cox,
Boston Herald,
26 Feb. 2026
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The Executive Rooms have cushy beds, nice hardwood floors, spa showers, jetted tubs, a super-ergonomic office chair, and energizing views of Metcalfe Street.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
25 Feb. 2026
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Luis Sherlinee is warm and amiable as Reina’s protective brother and the brainy Cruz.—
Pam Kragen,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
23 Feb. 2026
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The idea, from the very beginning, was to ease viewers into a new day with amiable hosts who covered the news, cracked jokes and fit right into viewers’ at-home routines.—
Brian Stelter,
CNN Money,
6 Feb. 2026
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Upsimples Set of 3 5x7-Inch Photo Frames This sweet home decor deal, featuring three 5x7-inch photo frames, comes out to $3 apiece.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
28 Feb. 2026
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Some unique ideas for the shower hosts include a simple candle with a sweet note, a single flower in a keepsake bud vase just for the host, or a charming cocktail napkin set.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
28 Feb. 2026
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“Good-natured.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/good-natured. Accessed 3 Mar. 2026.
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