beneficial to the health of body or mind
eating a good breakfast will provide you with more energy during the daydidn't like broccoli even though he knew it was good for him
having or showing a concern for the welfare of others
if the church is to stay open, it's going to have to receive more than good intentions from its members
goods plural
products that are bought and sold in business
had a hard time selling leftover Easter goods that were still on the shelves by Mother's Day
goods plural
a skill, an ability, or knowledge that makes a person able to do a particular job
the hiring committee thinks this latest applicant really has the goods
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