goodness

goodness的意思

noun

1. moral excellence or admirableness

e.g. there is much good to be found in people

Synonym: good

2. that which is pleasing or valuable or useful

e.g. weigh the good against the bad
among the highest goods of all are happiness and self-realization

Synonym: good

1. （表示惊讶）天哪，啊呀
People sometimes say 'goodness' or 'my goodness' to express surprise.

e.g. Goodness, I wonder if he knows...
天哪，不知道他是否晓得。
e.g. My goodness, he's earned millions in his career.
我的天哪，他干那一行已挣了好几百万了。

2. 善良；美德
Goodness is the quality of being kind, helpful, and honest.

e.g. He retains a faith in human goodness.
他依然相信人是善良的。