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1. www.oed.com › dictionary › goodly_adjgoodly, adj. meanings, etymology and more | Oxford English ...

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   Old English. The earliest known use of the adjective goodly is in the Old English period (pre-1150). goodly is a word inherited from Germanic. See etymology.

2. www.etymonline.com › word › goodlygoodly | Etymology of goodly by etymonline

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   Sep 28, 2017 · good (n.) Old English god (with a long "o"), "that which is good, a good thing; goodness; advantage, benefit; gift; virtue; property;" from good (adj.). Meaning "the good side" (of something) is from 1660s. Phrase for good "finally, permanently" attested from 1711, a shortening of for good and all (16c.). Middle English had for good ne ylle ...

3. jakubmarian.com › the-word-goodly-in-englishThe word “goodly” in English - Jakub Marian’s ...

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   It may come as a sur­prise, then, that the word “goodly” also ex­ists in Eng­lish and was quite com­mon in the past (but it does not mean the same as “well”). “Goodly” is an ad­jec­tive, not an ad­verb, and has two dif­fer­ent mean­ings, both of which are rather for­mal or ar­chaic. The only mean­ing that is still used ...

4. www.wordsense.eu › goodlygoodly: meaning, definition - WordSense

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   Adjective. ( archaic) Good, pleasing in appearance. Quite large; considerable; sufficient; adequate; more than enough. Like any kid who played a game or two in school, I happened early on a golden rule: if I ate a goodly amount, I had better wait a goodly time before starting play—at least half an hour, preferably more.

5. en.wiktionary.org › wiki › goodlygoodly - Wiktionary, the free dictionary

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   Sep 27, 2024 · goodly (comparative goodlier, superlative goodliest) (dated) Good; pleasing in appearance; attractive; comely; graceful; pleasant; desirable. Her thighs, whoſe glory did appear, / Like a triumphal Arch, …. The diuell can cite Scripture for his purpoſe, / An euill ſoule producing holy witneſſe, / Is like a villaine with a ſmiling cheeke ...

6. ultimatelexicon.com › definitions › gGoodly - Definition, Usage & Quiz | Ultimate Lexicon

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   Goodly - Definition, History, and Usage. The term “goodly” may appear uncommon in modern English, but it holds a significant presence in historical texts and literature. Here’s an in-depth look at the word, its usage, and implications. Definitions. Adjective:

7. www.newcoolthang.com › index › 2007Does “goodly” mean “wealthy”? - New Cool Thang

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   Mar 21, 2007 · It is also arguable that Nephi’s name comes from the Egyptian nfr meaning good, goodly, or beautiful. (Nefertiti for example). Comment by Joshua Madson — March 21, 2007 @ 10:57 pm. Webster 1828: “goodly” — pleasant; agreeable; desirable; as goodly days. OED (3): Of good quality, admirable, splendid, excellent. Might add something…

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   Where did the word goodly come from?

   • The earliest known use of the adjective goodly is in the Old English period (pre-1150). goodly is a word inherited from Germanic. goodman, n. Old English–

   goodly, adj. meanings, etymology and more - Oxford English Dictionary

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   Where does the adjective goodly come from?

   • The earliest known use of the adjective goodly is in the Old English period (pre-1150). goodly is a word inherited from Germanic. goodman, n.

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   What is the meaning of goodly?

   • The passage uses 'goodly' with the meanings of 'in a good way' or 'well'. For example, "Studying is best done when there are no distractions." and "She purchased expensive clothes because she wanted to be the best-dressed woman in town." (The term 'goodly' is obsolete and has been replaced by 'well' or 'excellently' in modern English.)

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   Is “goodly” the same as “well”?

   • It may come as a surprise, then, that the word “goodly” also exists in English and was quite common in the past (but it does not mean the same as “well”). “Goodly” is an adjective, not an adverb, and has two different meanings, both of which are rather formal or archaic.

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   How many meanings does the adjective goodly have?

   • There are eight meanings listed in OED's entry for the adjective goodly, three of which are labelled obsolete. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence. How common is the adjective goodly? How is the adjective goodly pronounced? Where does the adjective goodly come from?

   goodly, adj. meanings, etymology and more - Oxford English Dictionary

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   Is goodly an adverb?

   • “Goodly” is an adjective, not an adverb, and has two different meanings, both of which are rather formal or archaic. The only meaning that is still used today to a certain extent is “quite large in number or quantity”, as in I had to pay a goodly sum for the car. I know a goodly number of people who disagree with you.

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