1
as in large
of a size greater than average of its kind
$10,000 is a goodly reward to offer for a missing wedding ring
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2
as in considerable
sufficiently large in size, amount, or number to merit attention
a goodly number of people gathered to watch the spectacle
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3
as in lovely
very pleasing to look at
the smartly dressed soldiers marching snappily along made for a goodly sight
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Recent Examples of goodly
One summer night 20-plus years ago, a friend and I ate a goodly amount of mushrooms.
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WIRED, 29 June 2023
View Photos That audience is expected to include a goodly number of brand loyalists, and the RZ driving experience seems catered to them.
—Joe Lorio, Car and Driver, 13 Mar. 2023
Bob’s Burgers clearly has a goodly number of devoted fans, considering that it’s lasted 12 seasons and more than 200 episodes.
—Frank Scheck, The Hollywood Reporter, 23 May 2022
Inside are expensive materials, plush seats, and a goodly number of worthwhile features.
—Rich Ceppos, Car and Driver, 21 Oct. 2022
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WIRED, 29 June 2023
View Photos That audience is expected to include a goodly number of brand loyalists, and the RZ driving experience seems catered to them.
—Joe Lorio, Car and Driver, 13 Mar. 2023
Bob’s Burgers clearly has a goodly number of devoted fans, considering that it’s lasted 12 seasons and more than 200 episodes.
—Frank Scheck, The Hollywood Reporter, 23 May 2022
Inside are expensive materials, plush seats, and a goodly number of worthwhile features.
—Rich Ceppos, Car and Driver, 21 Oct. 2022
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for goodly
Adjective
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Of the largest companies – those with 20,000 or more employees – 70% cover IVF.—
Madeline Mitchell,
USA Today,
18 May 2025
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The Redditor described living in a large suburban community surrounded by woods, where wildlife like foxes and bears are common.—
Ashley Vega,
People.com,
18 May 2025
Adjective
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However, implementing such a complex solution requires an attentive eye and considerable preparation.—
Atal Bansal,
Forbes.com,
21 May 2025
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The proposal has faced considerable opposition from lawmakers and analysts over various issues from costs to capacity.—
Chad de Guzman,
Time,
21 May 2025
Adjective
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Why the lovely Mehri falls for such a loser — Hamid is one of the least charming grooms in recent memory — can only by explained by the lack of options available to her.—
Jordan Mintzer,
HollywoodReporter,
23 May 2025
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The scoring sequence followed a lovely Bobrovsky save on a shorthanded odd-man rush — the Cats firing on all cylinders.—
Greg Cote,
Miami Herald,
23 May 2025
Adjective
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Nikola Jokic is the biggest reason why the Nuggets are on the brink of a sizable upset.—
Tyler Everett,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 May 2025
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The hosting country would naturally want a sizable say in how the AGI is going to be used.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes.com,
17 May 2025
Adjective
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Since 2015, when Cook County chose Tyler in part to automate property tax bills and records, issues with Tyler’s work have resulted in substantial delays and much higher costs to taxpayers than originally conceived, as the Tribune and Injustice Watch reported in April in a thorough investigation.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
14 May 2025
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Yes, a Knicks team that has been unstoppable in the fourth quarter is a substantial underdog against a Celtics team that is not only A) missing its top scorer but also B) struggling through a poor series by two of its top complementary scorers in Brown and Kristaps Porzingis.—
Tyler Everett,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 May 2025
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That's why the new savings account for children included in the One, Big, Beautiful Bill , with a one-time deposit of $1,000 from the federal government, is truly beautiful to the investment community.—
Medora Lee,
USA Today,
23 May 2025
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The grounds are beautiful, the setting is tranquil, and the ceremonies held here every Memorial Day are filled with heartfelt patriotism.—
Staff report,
Hartford Courant,
22 May 2025
Adjective
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But it's been a great month with my new little one.—
Jordana Comiter,
People.com,
20 May 2025
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Personal Collections Display cabinets are a great spot to showcase a personal collection.—
Maria Sabella,
Better Homes & Gardens,
20 May 2025
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The bill would also impose significant caps on loans for parents and undergraduate students, while eliminating a lending program for future graduate students.—
Riley Beggin,
USA Today,
23 May 2025
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But why is this ground so significant to the people of Wortley and beyond?—
Beren Cross,
New York Times,
22 May 2025
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“Goodly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/goodly. Accessed 27 May. 2025.
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