When to Use Good?

When to Use Good?

The rule of thumb is that good is an adjective and well is an adverb. Good modifies a noun; something can be or seem good. Well modifies a verb; an action can be done well. However, when you're talking about health, well can be used as an adjective.

How can I use good in a sentence?

Good sentence example
  1. It felt so good to be home. 750. ...
  2. You have a good family. 416. ...
  3. She is such a good seamstress. 465. ...
  4. It was a good thing they were going home tomorrow. ...
  5. It was all just good clean fun. ...
  6. It meant a good deal to him to secure a home like this. ...
  7. It would do no good to ask him why. ...
  8. He had done one good deed.

How do you use the word good?

The word "good" is an adjective. It is always used with a noun. Good should never be used as an adverb.
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For example:
  1. She is a good singer.
  2. We are good students.
  3. He is a good listener.
  4. They are good neighbors.
  5. He did a good job.
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