good word
Definition
Noun: 1. Good news; favorable information or a positive report: Refers to information that is pleasing, beneficial, or indicates a positive outcome. 2. A recommendation or commendation; something that speaks favorably of a person or thing as being worthy or desirable: Refers to an expression of approval, praise, or endorsement.
Usage Examples
- As good news:
- I heard a good word about your promotion—congratulations!
- She was waiting anxiously for a good word from the doctor about the test results.
- As a recommendation or commendation:
- He put in a good word for me with the hiring manager.
- The critic had nothing but a good word to say about the new restaurant.
Advanced Usage
- "To put in a good word for someone": To recommend someone or speak favorably about them to another person, often to help them get a job, favor, or opportunity.
- If you're applying there, I can put in a good word for you with the director.
- "To have a good word to say about someone/something": To be willing or able to express praise or positive comments.
- Even after the argument, she still had a good word to say about his character.
Variants and Related Words
- Recommendation (n): A formal or informal suggestion that someone or something is good or suitable for a purpose.
- Commendation (n): Formal or official praise.
- Endorsement (n): An act of giving one's public approval or support.
- Testimonial (n): A formal statement testifying to someone's character or qualifications.
Synonyms
- Praise: Expression of approval or admiration.
- Accolade: An award or privilege granted as a special honor or acknowledgment of merit.
- Kudos: Praise and honor received for an achievement.
- Favorable mention: A positive reference or comment.
Related Phrases
- A word of praise: A specific expression of approval.
- The teacher gave him a word of praise for his improvement.
- To speak highly of: To talk about someone or something in a very favorable way.
- Everyone who has worked with her speaks highly of her professionalism.
Related Idioms
- "Put in a good word": As defined in Advanced Usage, this is the most common idiomatic use of the term.
- Don't worry about the interview; your old boss already put in a good word.
Noun
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good news
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something that recommends (or expresses commendation of) a person or thing as worthy or desirable
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