good-natured

[good-ney-cherd]

adjective

1. having or showing a pleasant, kindly disposition; amiable.

   a warm, good-natured person.

   Synonyms: equable, cheerful, willing, agreeable

good-natured

adjective

1. of a tolerant and kindly disposition

Other Word Forms

• good-naturedly adverb
• good-naturedness noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of good-natured¹

First recorded in 1570–80

Example Sentences

There’s plenty of good-natured ribbing as they talk about the early interviews they’ve completed at the event.

From Los Angeles Times

It had a habit of poking at power with the good-natured grin of a clean-cut, handsome host.

From Salon

The boldly amusing and good-natured production makes the most of the fading California hippie era.

From Los Angeles Times

It worked, with Boston.com reporting that Leo gave the couple a good-natured ribbing once he found out where they are from.

From Los Angeles Times

That living arrangement produces some friction and good-natured barbs, but Sybil, as played by Lavin, always leads with love and a generous spirit.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• amiable 
• cordial 
• even-tempered 
• friendly 
• good-hearted 
• good-humored 
• gracious