1
: the quality or state of being good
2
—used interjectionally or in phrases especially to express mild surprise or shock
oh, my goodness!
goodness knows
3
: the nutritious, flavorful, or beneficial part of something
Examples of goodness in a Sentence
Even if you don't agree, at least have the goodness to be polite!
a person of such unaffected goodness that his friends were inspired to lead better lives
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When hate pokes up its ugly head, love overshadows it with goodness and gracefulness and purpose.
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Bea L. Hines, Miami Herald, 6 June 2025
Ranch: Smooth, rich and irresistibly savory – our Ranch Snack Wrap delivers a satisfying burst of cool ranch goodness, with hints of garlic and onion.
—Gabe Hauari, USA Today, 4 June 2025
The mask creates a thin film that locks in all the goodness, but can be peeled off clean or gently rinsed without leaving residue.
—Marie Lodi, Allure, 2 June 2025
Her version — with instruction from the owner of her favorite taverna in Athens — involves plenty of whole carrots, onion, celery stalks and garlic, which pack the already nutrient-rich dish with even more vegetal goodness.
—Stephanie Breijo, Los Angeles Times, 1 June 2025
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Bea L. Hines, Miami Herald, 6 June 2025
Ranch: Smooth, rich and irresistibly savory – our Ranch Snack Wrap delivers a satisfying burst of cool ranch goodness, with hints of garlic and onion.
—Gabe Hauari, USA Today, 4 June 2025
The mask creates a thin film that locks in all the goodness, but can be peeled off clean or gently rinsed without leaving residue.
—Marie Lodi, Allure, 2 June 2025
Her version — with instruction from the owner of her favorite taverna in Athens — involves plenty of whole carrots, onion, celery stalks and garlic, which pack the already nutrient-rich dish with even more vegetal goodness.
—Stephanie Breijo, Los Angeles Times, 1 June 2025
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“Goodness.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/goodness. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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