Thesaurus results for GOODY

goody

noun

variants or goodie

Definition of goody

as in treat

something that is pleasing to eat because it is rare or a luxury couldn't wait to sample the bonbons, tortes, and other goodies

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Recent Examples of goody Galena Illinois Framed by rugged bluffs that are especially scenic in fall, Galena’s historic Main Street looks like a vintage postcard—more than 120 century-old buildings house restaurants and shops filled with antiques, art, and giftable goodies. — Taryn Shorr-McKee, Midwest Living, 26 Aug. 2026 On Crenshaw Boulevard in Inglewood last Friday, green streamers hung in the air, a DJ played a mix of throwback jams and upbeat tracks, and people walked around with goodie bags. — Shi Bradley, Los Angeles Times, 25 Aug. 2026 That was for liberals and other lily-livered, do-goody weenies—losers like you and me. — James Wolcott, Air Mail, 22 Aug. 2026 My full kit from Insane came with all the bells and whistles expected of carnival costumes these days, including a luxe leather travel bag filled with such goodies as a speaker and an electronic fan. — Baz Dreisinger, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for goody

Recent Examples of Synonyms for goody

Noun

The salt flats are a big, unwieldy space to navigate, but the feeling of getting lost on them (with a guide who knows their way perfectly) is a real treat.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Sep. 2026
While the kids recharged with treats from the big, custom number three piñata, adults did the same with coffee from The Garden Coffee Co.

— Angela Andaloro, PEOPLE, 2 Sep. 2026

Definition of treat

Noun

The state’s ban on using of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program funds to purchase candy and soft drinks took effect July 1.

— Nathan Ansell, Arkansas Online, 27 Aug. 2026
Fiber-rich whole foods provide vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and other plant compounds that candy generally lacks.

— Amber Raiken, Verywell Health, 26 Aug. 2026