GOODLY Synonyms: 286 Similar and Opposite Words

goodly

adjective

ˈgu̇d-lē

Definition of goodly

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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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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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 At a goodly height, the device’s fuel seemed to fail, and the rocket began a slow tumble earthward. — Ian Frazier, New Yorker, 28 July 2025 Sure, fans loved seeing the two stars share the stage for a goodly number of songs. — Jim Harrington, Mercury News, 30 May 2025 Even so, the goodly nerds over at Virginia Tech have partnered with the Insurance Institute for Highways Safety (IIHS) to rate 238 bike helmets using the STAR evaluation system. — Chris Cona, ArsTechnica, 23 Apr. 2025 All-Black groups got some money, but groups that had a goodly amount of white liberals got much more. — Garrett Morris, TIME, 12 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for goodly

Recent Examples of Synonyms for goodly

Adjective

In 2023, authorities interrupted a Sunday church class to warn Gu and Cui that their church had become too large, Gu said.

— ABC News, ABC News, 9 Nov. 2026
Developing ultra-large autonomous underwater vehicles involves significant engineering challenges, including navigation, endurance, communications, payload integration, manufacturing, and operational reliability.

— Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 9 Nov. 2026

Definition of large

Adjective

Targets household robotics Meta’s reported design requirements place considerable emphasis on how the robot perceives and communicates with people.

— Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 2 Nov. 2026
View gallery - 5 images High-performance electric dirt bikes are becoming increasingly capable, but stepping into the more powerful end of the market often requires a considerable investment.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 2 Nov. 2026

Definition of considerable

Adjective

The sizeable tiled floor bathrooms with gorgeous stone sinks are also something to write home about.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Nov. 2026
The primary suite boasts yet another fireplace, a wet bar, a bathroom, two spacious dressing rooms, and walls that slide open to a sizable balcony.

— Katie Schultz, Architectural Digest, 4 Nov. 2026

Definition of sizable

Adjective

Developing and maintaining them can also require substantial investment in sensors, computing infrastructure, software integration, and specialized expertise.

— Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 8 Nov. 2026
Ending racial preferences in admissions leaves substantial discrimination untouched if universities distribute other opportunities by race.

— Ilya Shapiro, Washington Post, 8 Nov. 2026

Definition of substantial

Adjective

After Pittsburgh failed to score during nearly 4½ straight minutes of power-play time early in the second, Gauthier beat Silovs with a beautiful no-look shot for his first goal.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 9 Nov. 2026
Mayor Matt Mahan told the crowd that the flower is the perfect symbol for a city with a beautiful past and a bright future.

— John Ramos, CBS News, 8 Nov. 2026

Definition of beautiful

Adjective

The 39-year-old Crosby broke his tie with Kings great Marcel Dionne by scoring his 1,772nd point when Evgeni Malkin's one-timer deflected in off him in the second period.

— CBS News, CBS News, 8 Nov. 2026
The 39-year-old Crosby broke his tie with Kings great Marcel Dionne by scoring his 1,772nd point when Evgeni Malkin’s one-timer deflected in off him in the second period.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 8 Nov. 2026

Definition of great

Adjective

However, developing electrolytes that can transport fluoride ions efficiently at room temperature has remained a significant challenge.

— Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 7 Nov. 2026
But there are good reasons to think the shift can still prove significant for global climate action.

— Laurence Tubiana, Time, 6 Nov. 2026