goodness

goodness
good|ness1 [ `gudnəs ] interjection *
used for showing that you are surprised:
Goodness, is it time to go already?
goodness me: Goodness me! You've grown!
goodness gracious (me): Goodness gracious me! What do you mean?
my goodness (me): My goodness, it's warm in here!
for goodness sake
used for showing that you are annoyed, impatient, worried, or surprised:
Sit down and be quiet, for goodness sake!
goodness (only) knows
used for emphasizing what you say, especially when you do not know something:
Goodness only knows why she didn't ask us for help!
=> THANK
goodness
good|ness 2 [ `gudnəs ] noun uncount *
1. ) the quality of being morally good:
a man known for his wisdom and goodness
out of the goodness of your heart (=because you are kind and want to help someone): She acted out of the goodness of her heart.
2. ) substances such as VITAMINS and proteins that are contained in some foods and help you stay healthy:
Fresh fruit and vegetables are full of goodness.
=> HONEST-TO-GOODNESS

Usage of the words and phrases in modern English. 2013.

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