good nature
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Definition
Noun: A cheerful, obliging, and kindly disposition; a tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and tolerant in one's interactions with others.
Usage
"Good nature" is an uncountable noun used to describe a person's inherent or habitual temperament. It refers to a general quality of being amiable, patient, and easygoing. It is often used with possessive determiners (e.g., his, her, their) or in the phrase "of good nature."
Examples
- Despite the long delay, she accepted the news with her typical good nature.
- His good nature makes him very popular among his colleagues.
- You need a lot of good nature to work in customer service.
- A person of good nature is often quick to forgive.
Advanced Usage
- "In good nature": Used to indicate that an action, especially a joke or criticism, is meant in a friendly, non-malicious way.
- I hope you'll take my teasing in good nature; I'm only joking.
Variants and Related Words
- Good-natured (adjective): Having or showing a good nature.
- He is a good-natured man who is always willing to help.
Synonyms
- Amiability
- Affability
- Geniality
- Kindliness
- Pleasantness
Antonyms
- Ill nature
- Irascibility
- Sullenness
- Churlishness
Noun
- a cheerful, obliging disposition