good word

Speech parts

1. good word - Noun

2. Good word - Proper noun

Meaning

good news

something that recommends (or expresses commendation of) a person or thing as worthy or desirable

Source: WordNet

Synonyms

recommendation testimonial reference recognition mention boost praise suggestion appreciation plug advertisement endorsement eulogy puff commendation
Show all synonyms

Antonyms

pejorative whine sarcasm expletive dirty word hatchet job
Show all antonyms

Hypernyms

kudos word congratulations news intelligence praise

Hyponyms

character reference puff character reference

Examples

I don't know much about Americanism, but it's a damn good word with which to carry an election. Warren G. Harding

Good people all, with one accord, Lament for Madam Blaize, Who never wanted a good word From those who spoke her praise. Oliver Goldsmith

I always befriended animals and have said many a good word for them. Even to the least-loved mosquitoes I gave many a meal, and told them to go in peace. John Muir

One good word quenches more heat than a bucket of water. Italian Proverb

One good word puts out the flames better than a bucket of water. Portuguese Proverb

A good word quenches more than a cauldron of water. Portuguese Proverb

Close letter words and terms

good willer good wind good wishes always good words good work good worker