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 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 Not only were talent mingling up close, but various stations set up throughout the venue offered custom goodies to take home. — Dessi Gomez, Deadline, 14 Aug. 2026 Along with the traditional goodies, there are lots of materials about the importance of vaccinations. — Stephanie Stahl, CBS News, 12 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for goody

Recent Examples of Synonyms for goody

Noun

The editors then serve up a tasty treat of a bunch of photos with Emily smack dab in the center, and cycle through them more quickly than Jenn’s boyfriend Ryan cycles through loud denim jackets.

— Brian Moylan, Vulture, 28 Aug. 2026
Parton was working on a new Nashville museum and hotel, deals to endorse Purina dog treats and launch her Cup of Ambition coffee brand.

— Isabelle Farina, Variety, 27 Aug. 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