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goodman

Pronunciation: [ɡʊdmən]

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Learn how to use goodman in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “relationship”

(noun) a term used to refer to a man who is kind, helpful, or well-respected, often in the context of being a good husband or father. It suggests that this man has good qualities and treats others well.

Example

My father is a goodman; he always helps us with our homework.

Example

He acted like a goodman in public, but at home, he was never nice.

Example

Do you think he is a goodman in how he treats his family?

Context: “social status”

(noun) an old-fashioned term describing a man of high social status or someone respected in the community, similar to a gentleman. It relates to how people view him based on his actions or position.

Example

Everyone in our town knows him as a goodman because he helps those in need.

Example

They were not considered goodmen and were often looked down upon.

Example

What qualities make someone a goodman in our community?

How to pronounce goodman

Pronunciation: [ɡʊdmən]

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