Goodly: meaning, definitions and examples

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goodly

 

[ ˈɡʊdli ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

descriptive quality

Goodly is an adjective that describes something that is considerable in size or quantity; it can also refer to something that is pleasing or agreeable. The term is often used in a somewhat archaic or literary sense.

Synonyms

ample, generous, substantial

Examples of usage

  • She has a goodly amount of experience in her field.
  • The garden was filled with a goodly variety of flowers.
  • He gave a goodly sum to charity.

Translations

Translations of the word "goodly" in other languages:

🇵🇹 bom

🇮🇳 अच्छा

🇩🇪 gut

🇮🇩 baik

🇺🇦 добрий

🇵🇱 dobry

🇯🇵 良い

🇫🇷 bon

🇪🇸 bueno

🇹🇷 iyi

🇰🇷 좋은

🇸🇦 جيد

🇨🇿 dobrý

🇸🇰 dobrý

🇨🇳 好的

🇸🇮 dobro

🇮🇸 góður

🇰🇿 жақсы

🇬🇪 კარგი

🇦🇿 yaxşı

🇲🇽 bueno

Etymology

The word 'goodly' originates from the combination of 'good' and the suffix '-ly', which is often used to form adjectives from nouns. The term can be traced back to Old English 'gōdlic', where 'gōd' means 'good' and the '-lic' ending also indicates an adjectival form. Historically, 'goodly' was used primarily in Middle English literature and texts, reflecting a sense of larger magnitude or pleasing quality. It persists in modern usage, though somewhat infrequently, often appearing in more formal, poetic, or literary contexts. Despite its declining commonality, 'goodly' remains a meaningful descriptor when emphasizing generosity or abundance.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #13,640, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.