GOODNESS


Meaning of GOODNESS in English

transcription, транскрипция: [ ˈgu̇d-nəs ]

noun

Date: before 12th century

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

Merriam-Webster's Collegiate English vocabulary.      Энциклопедический словарь английского языка Merriam Webster.