good
柯林斯詞典
- DESCRIBING QUALITY, EXPRESSING APPROVAL
1. ADJ Good means pleasant or enjoyable. 令人愉快的
We had a really good time together. 我們一起度過了非常愉快的時光。
I know they would have a better life here. 我知道他們在這兒會過上更好的生活。
2. ADJ Good means of a high quality, standard, or level. 質(zhì)量高的; 水準(zhǔn)高的
Exercise is just as important to health as good food. 鍛煉和好的飲食對身體健康一樣重要。
His parents wanted Raymond to have the best possible education. 他的父母想讓雷蒙德盡可能得到最好的教育。
3. ADJ If you are good at something, you are skilful and successful at doing it. 擅長的
He was very good at his work. 他十分擅長他的工作。
I'm not very good at singing. 我不很擅長唱歌。
4. ADJ If you describe a piece of news, an action, or an effect as good, you mean that it is likely to result in benefit or success. 很可能帶來好結(jié)果的
On balance, biotechnology should be good news for developing countries. 總的來說，生物技術(shù)對發(fā)展中國家來說應(yīng)該是好消息。
I think the response was good. 我認(rèn)為這樣的反應(yīng)很有利。
5. ADJ A good idea, reason, method, or decision is a sensible or valid one. 合理的; 有效的
They thought it was a good idea to make some offenders do community service. 他們認(rèn)為讓一些違法者為社區(qū)服務(wù)是個合理的意見。
There is good reason to doubt this. 有正當(dāng)理由懷疑這件事。
6. ADJ If you say that it is good that something should happen or good to do something, you mean it is desirable, acceptable, or right. 令人向往的; 可接受的; 對的
I think it's good that some people are going. 我認(rèn)為有些人要走是件好事。
7. N-UNCOUNT If someone or something is no good or is not any good, they are not satisfactory or are of a low standard. 令人不滿意[with brd-neg]
If the weather's no good then I won't take any pictures. 如果天氣不好，我就不拍照。
8. ADJ A good estimate or indication of something is an accurate one. 準(zhǔn)確的
We have a fairly good idea of what's going on. 我們對正在發(fā)生的事情有相當(dāng)準(zhǔn)確的了解。
This is a much better indication of what a school is really like. 這更準(zhǔn)確地體現(xiàn)了學(xué)校究竟該是什么樣子。
9. ADJ If you get a good deal or a good price when you buy or sell something, you receive a lot in exchange for what you give. (買賣) 合算的
Whether such properties are a good deal will depend on individual situations. 這樣的房產(chǎn)是否買得值要視具體情況而定。
10. ADJ Someone who is in a good mood is cheerful and pleasant to be with. 愉快的
People were in a pretty good mood. 那時人們心情很好。
He exudes natural charm and good humour. 他表現(xiàn)出一種與生俱來的魅力和幽默感。
11. ADJ If people are good friends, they get along well together and are very close. 親密的[ADJ n]
She and Gavin are good friends. 她和加文是好朋友。
12. ADJ You use good to emphasize the great extent or degree of something. 十足的['a' ADJ n] [強(qiáng)調(diào)]
We waited a good fifteen minutes. 我們足足等了15分鐘。
13. CONVENTION You say "Good" or "Very good" to express pleasure, satisfaction, or agreement with something that has been said or done, especially when you are in a position of authority. 很好 (用于表示高興、滿意、同意)
"Are you all right?"—"I'm fine."—"Good. So am I."
“你還好嗎？”—“我很好?！薄澳蔷秃?。我也很好。”
Oh good, Tom's just come in. 嗯好，湯姆正好進(jìn)來了。
14. PHRASE If you say it's a good thing that something is the case, you mean that it is fortunate. 慶幸的是
It's a good thing you aren't married. 幸好你沒有結(jié)婚。
15. PHRASE If you say that something or someone is as good as new, you mean that they are in a very good condition or state, especially after they have been damaged or ill. 完好如新
I only use that on special occasions, so it's as good as new. 我只在特殊場合用，所以它完好如新。
16. PHRASE You use good old before the name of a person, place, or thing when you are referring to them in an affectionate way. 我親愛的 (用以稱呼某人、某地或某事物)[情感]
Good old Harry. Reliable to the end. 我親愛的哈里，一直那么可靠。
18. in good faith→see faith
19. so far so good→see far
20. the good old days→see old
21. in good shape→see shape
22. to stand someone in good stead→see stead
23. in good time→see time
24. too good to be true→see true
PHRASE
1. ADJ If something is good for a person or organization, it benefits them. 有益的[v-link ADJ 'for' n]
Rain water was once considered to be good for the complexion. 雨水曾一度被認(rèn)為對膚色有益。
2. N-SING If something is done for the good of a person or organization, it is done in order to benefit them. 利益[with poss]
The president urged him to resign for the good of the country. 總統(tǒng)敦促他為了國家利益辭職。
Victims want to see justice done not just for themselves, but for the greater good of society. 受害者們希望看到正義得到伸張，這不僅是為了他們自己, 也是為了社會更大的利益。
3. N-UNCOUNT If you say that doing something is no good or does not do any good, you mean that doing it is not of any use or will not bring any success. 沒用處
It's no good worrying about it now. 現(xiàn)在擔(dān)心已沒什么用處。
We gave them water and kept them warm, but it didn't do any good. 我們給他們水喝并讓他們保持溫暖，但都不管用。
4. PHRASE If you say that something will do someone good, you mean that it will benefit them or improve them. 對某人有益
The outing will do me good. 這次旅行將對我有益。
It's probably done you good to get away for a few hours. 離開了幾小時也許已使你受益。
PHRASE
1. N-UNCOUNT Good is what is considered to be right according to moral standards or religious beliefs. 善
Good and evil may co-exist within one family. 善與惡可能共存于同一個家庭。
2. ADJ Someone who is good is morally correct in their attitudes and behaviour. 有道德的
The president is a good man. 總統(tǒng)是個品德高尚的人。
3. ADJ Someone, especially a child, who is good obeys rules and instructions and behaves in a socially correct way. (尤指小孩) 聽話的
The children were very good. 孩子們很聽話。
I'm going to be a good boy now. 我現(xiàn)在要做一個聽話的男孩。
4. ADJ Someone who is good is kind and thoughtful. 好心的
You are good to me. 你對我很好。
Her good intentions were thwarted almost immediately. 她的好意幾乎立即被拒絕。
6. good as gold→see gold
ADJ
1. PHRASE As good as can be used to mean "almost." 差不多
His career is as good as over. 他的事業(yè)差不多要完了。
2. PHRASE If something changes or disappears for good, it never changes back or comes back as it was before. 永久地
Some of the nation's manufacturing jobs may be gone for good. 該國制造產(chǎn)業(yè)中有些職業(yè)也許會永遠(yuǎn)消失。
3. PHRASE If someone makes good a threat or promise or makes good on it, they do what they have threatened or promised to do. 履行 (諾言、威脅等)[美國英語]
He was confident the allies would make good on their pledges. 他有信心盟國將履行他們的誓言。
4. →see also goods
5. good gracious→see gracious
6. good grief→see grief
7. good heavens→see heaven
8. good lord→see lord
返回 good
good /ɡ?d/ (better,best)
BENEFICIAL
good /ɡ?d/ (better,best)
MORALLY RIGHT
good /ɡ?d/ (better,best)
OTHER USES
good /ɡ?d/
劍橋詞典
- You'll like Rosie - she's good company .
- Such a noisy environment was not conducive to a good night's sleep .
- The empty roads make this area good cycling country .
- The good thing about the bike is that it dismantles if you want to put it in the back of the car .
- I was having such a good time I was reluctant to leave .
- Her work is sometimes good, but the problem is she's not consistent .
- We need someone who can write good copy for our publicity department .
- With a good telescope , you can see craters on the moon .
- It's important for children to get a good education .
- The design is so good it's sure to set the pattern for many others .
- A good teacher has an easy authority over a class .
- The design certainly looks good on paper .
- A good architect takes into account the building's surroundings .
- Do you know a good recipe for wholemeal bread ?
- Painting steel is a good way to rustproof it.
- I think she takes advantage of his good nature .
- It was very good of you to come round at such short notice .
- My main aim in life is to be a good husband and father .
- Be a good boy and eat up your vegetables .
- She's a good warm-hearted woman.
- You should be setting a good example to your younger brother .
- He was a good, honest man.
- She came from a good family .
- The preacher believed that he was spreading the good word.
- The vicar often quoted from the Good Book.
- Cheers! Your good health .
- Fresh fruit is very good for you.
- This shampoo is very good for your hair .
- Staring at the computer screen is not good for your eyes .
- What's good for a sore throat ?
- I'll just have to take you home if you can't be good, children .
- Settle down now, that's a good dog .
- You've been such a good girl this morning - I'm very proud of you.
- You are Year 5 now - surely you can be good for just a few minutes while your teacher is called away!
- He was always a good child and never any trouble .
good adjective (PLEASANT/SATISFACTORY)
very satisfactory , enjoyable , pleasant , or interesting令人滿意的；令人愉快的；合意的；有趣的
a good book 一本好書
Did you have a good time at the party ? 你在聚會上玩得開心嗎？
The weather has been really good for the time of year . 就這個季節(jié)而言，這段時間的天氣真是難得的好。
I've just had some very good news . 我剛得知一些特別令人開心的消息。
It's so good to see you after all this time ! 分開這么長時間，見到你真是高興！
used in greetings
（用于打招呼）好
good morning /afternoon /evening 早上／下午／晚上好
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good adjective (HEALTHY)
healthy or well健康的
I didn't go into work because I wasn't feeling too good. 我今天沒有去上班，因為感覺不太舒服。
"How's your mother ?" "She's good, thanks ."
?I'm good informal
used as a general reply when someone greets you
（用作別人向你問候時的回答語）我很好
"How are you doing?" "I'm good, thanks ."
good adjective (HIGH QUALITY)
of a high quality or level好的；出色的；優(yōu)質(zhì)的
She speaks very good French . 她法語說得很好。
I've heard it's a very good school . 我聽說這是所很好的學(xué)校。
The apple pie was as good as the one my grandmother used to make. 這蘋果餡餅就像我奶奶以前做的一樣好吃。
This restaurant has a good reputation . 這家飯店聲譽(yù)良好。
used to express praise
（表示贊賞）好的，值得稱贊的
Good man! Splendid catch . 高手！球接得太絕了。
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good adjective (SUCCESSFUL)
successful , or able to do something well成功的；能干的；精通的；擅長的
Kate's a good cook . 凱特廚藝很好。
She's very good at geography . 她地理學(xué)得很好。
They have a good relationship . 他們關(guān)系很好。
She's very good with children . 她很會照看孩子。
?be no good (also be not any/much good)
to be of low quality or not useful
劣質(zhì)的；無用的
Shoes are no good if they let in water . 鞋子如果透水的話就太差了。
Food aid isn't much good until the fighting stops . 在戰(zhàn)斗停止之前，食物援助是沒有太大用處的。
?get off to a good start
to begin an activity successfully
有好的開端；開門紅；順利開始
I didn't get off to a very good start this morning - I'd been at work five minutes and my computer stopped working ! 我今天上午剛一開始工作就不順——才做了5分鐘，電腦就死機(jī)了！
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good adjective (KIND)
kind or helpful好心的，心地善良的；樂于助人的
a good friend 一個好朋友
It's good of you to offer to help . 你主動提供幫助真是太好了。
He's very good to his mother . 他對他媽媽很孝順體貼。
?be so good as to formal (also be good enough to)
used to make a polite request
請（做…）
Be so good as to close the door when you leave . 你離開時請把門關(guān)上。
?do (sb) a good turn old-fashioned
to do something kind that helps someone else
做（對某人）有利的事情
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good adjective (MORALLY RIGHT)
morally right or based on religious principles高尚的；虔誠的；好心的；助人為樂的
She led a good life . 她一生虔誠向善。
Try to set a good example to the children . 要努力給孩子們做個好榜樣。
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good adjective (POSITIVE)
having a positive or useful effect , especially on the health（尤指在健康方面）有益的，有好處的，有用的
Make sure you eat plenty of good fresh food . 一定要吃大量有益健康的新鮮食物。
Too much sugar in your diet isn't good for you. 飲食中含糖量過高對你的身體沒有好處。
It's good for old people to stay active if they can. 盡量保持身心活躍對老年人是有益的。
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good adjective (BEHAVIOUR)
A good child or animal behaves well.（兒童）乖的，守規(guī)矩的，不調(diào)皮的；（動物）溫順的
If you're a good boy at the doctor's, I'll take you swimming afterwards . 看醫(yī)生的時候你要是聽話，看完病我就帶你去游泳。
able to be trusted
可信賴的；有信譽(yù)的；有信用的
Her credit is good (= she can be trusted to pay her debts ). 她信譽(yù)很好。
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good adjective (SUITABLE)
suitable , convenient , or satisfactory合適的；方便的；令人滿意的
When would be a good time to phone ? 什么時間打電話合適呢？
good adjective (LARGE)
[ 只用在名詞前面的形容詞 ]used to emphasize the large number , amount , or level of something
相當(dāng)大的；相當(dāng)多的；相當(dāng)可觀的
We've walked a good distance today. 今天我們走了好長一段路。
There was a good-sized crowd at the airport waiting for the plane to land . 機(jī)場里有很多人在等候飛機(jī)降落。
Not all of his movies have been successful - there were a good few (= several) failures in the early years . 他拍的電影并非都是成功的——剛?cè)氲罆r他經(jīng)歷了好多次失敗。
You'll need a good length of rope to secure this properly . 你需要很長一段繩子來綁結(jié)實。
You have a good cry and you'll feel better after. 痛痛快快哭一場吧，哭過之后感覺就會好很多。
There's a good chance the operation will be successful . 手術(shù)成功的可能性很大。
也見 good money
?a good deal of
much
大量；許多
The new law met with a good deal of opposition at the local level . 新法律在地方上遭到強(qiáng)烈反對。
?a good ... C2 (also a good ...'s)
more than
多于，超過
It's a good half hour's walk to the station from here. 從這兒步行到車站足需半個多小時。
The police said a good 20 kilos of explosive were found during the raid . 警察說在突擊搜查行動中發(fā)現(xiàn)了20多公斤的炸藥。
Driving through the deserted town we saw a good many (= a lot of) burned-out houses . 從被遺棄的城鎮(zhèn)中開車駛過時，我們看到很多燒毀的房屋。
good adjective (SATISFACTION)
said when you are satisfied or pleased about something, or to show agreement with a decision（表示同意或滿意）好
Oh good, he's arrived at last. 好，他總算來了。
Good, I'll tell her it's all arranged , then. 好，那我就跟她說，一切已安排妥當(dāng)。
?I'm good
used to tell someone that you have everything that you need
（用來告訴別人你需要的東西都齊了）都有了，不必了
"More coffee ?" "No, I'm good, thanks ."
習(xí)語
be a goodall in good time
as good as
be (as) good as gold
be (as) good as new
be as good as your word
be good for sth
be good to go
be good, and if you can't be good, be careful
for good measure
更多習(xí)語
good and ...
good and proper
good for you!
good heavens/grief/gracious!
the good old days
good show
have a good innings
in good faith
in good time
make good
make good on sth
make good time 返回 good