Definition

Adverb: - Completely, thoroughly, very: Used as an intensifier before an adjective to emphasize that something is fully or truly in a particular state. It indicates a high degree or a condition that is fully satisfied.

Usage

The phrase "good and" is used informally to add strong emphasis to the adjective that follows it. It means that the quality described is complete or absolute. It is typically used in casual speech and writing.

Examples

• (I won't leave until I am completely ready.)
• (Make sure the paint is thoroughly dry.)
• (He was very angry.)

Advanced Usage

• The phrase often implies that a necessary condition has been fully met or that an emotional state is intense.
• It is frequently used in the construction "good and [adjective]" where the adjective describes a state or condition.

Variants and Related Words

• Well and truly: A similar adverbial phrase meaning completely or undoubtedly.
  • The project was well and truly finished.
• Nice and: Another informal intensifier used similarly before adjectives.
  • The water was nice and warm.

Synonyms

• Very
• Thoroughly
• Completely
• Absolutely

Notes

• "Good and" functions as a fixed adverbial phrase. The word "good" here is not used in its standard adjectival sense but as part of this intensifying idiom.
• It is considered informal and is more common in American English.

Adverb

1. completely or thoroughly
   • when I'm good and ready