{"id":7008,"date":"2017-08-14T23:16:10","date_gmt":"2017-08-14T21:16:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/phoneenglish.es\/blog\/?p=7008"},"modified":"2024-11-05T11:47:51","modified_gmt":"2024-11-05T10:47:51","slug":"dont-be-a-word-borealternative-ways-to-say-good","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/phoneenglish.es\/blog\/2017\/08\/dont-be-a-word-borealternative-ways-to-say-good\/","title":{"rendered":"Alternative Ways to Say Good"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><em><strong>B1 &#8211; Intermediate<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s no wonder that the English language is so full of words that we can use to say that we may seldom repeat a word to express how we feel. Here are\u00a010\u00a0great alternatives that you can replace the word &#8220;good&#8221; to improve your English vocabulary\u00a0that are fine to use in formal settings, such as the workplace, or among people or\u00a0more informal settings, or when you\u2019re trying to be friendly and express more emotion of affection.<\/p>\n<p>Let&#8217;s look into learning new vocabulary words in the article below:<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p>Are you tired of always saying \u201cgood\u201d?<\/p>\n<p>Looking forward to using more vivid and creative ways to describe people, places and experiences that you enjoy?<\/p>\n<p>After reading the descriptions and examples we have below, you\u2019ll be able to move beyond just describing everything as \u201cgood.\u201d<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Acceptable <\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>When something is described as \u201cacceptable,\u201d it means that it meets the minimum requirements or standards. It means that something is \u201cok\u201d rather than necessarily \u201cgood.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s a word commonly used when you want to show approval without being overly critical or negative about something. While it may not be amazing, it is considered enough for the given purpose or situation.<\/p>\n<p>For instance, you could say, \u201cAlthough the presentation was acceptable, it could have been more engaging with better PowerPoint slides.\u201d<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Awesome <\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Technically, \u201cawesome\u201d describes something that inspires awe or wonder. Typically, however, \u201cawesome\u201d is used to describe people, experiences or places that are very good or impressive.<\/p>\n<p>For example, you could say \u201cI love your new watch. It looks awesome.\u201d\u00a0 It\u2019s an adjective that is particularly popular with younger people, and it\u2019s not an expression that you would want to use in a formal or business situation.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Cool <\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>In addition to being used to describe temperature, \u201ccool\u201d also means very good or fashionable. For example, you might describe stylish clothes as \u201ccool\u201d or a performance by a musician that you really enjoy.<\/p>\n<p>It can also be used to express acceptance when someone makes a suggestion. For example, if someone suggests meeting to go to a movie, you could say \u201cCool! I\u2019ll see you at 6 p.m.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Like \u201cawesome,\u201d \u201ccool\u201d is a popular expression for younger people, and you shouldn\u2019t use it in more formal conversations.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Exceptional <\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\u201cExceptional\u201d means that someone or something is well above average. This adjective has a slightly more formal tone, and it\u2019s a good word to use when you want to sound a little more sophisticated.<\/p>\n<p>For example, you could say \u201cI think Italy is one of the most beautiful countries in the world. The scenery is exceptional.\u201d<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Excellent <\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\u201cExcellent\u201d is used to describe something very good or of high quality. Almost anything you can describe as \u201cgood,\u201d you can also describe as excellent.<\/p>\n<p>It can be used when speaking to friends, family, or coworkers when you want to emphasize that something is not just \u201cok\u201d or \u201cgood,\u201d but \u201cvery good.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>If someone asks, \u201cHow are you?\u201d\u00a0 you can respond with \u201cExcellent.\u201d\u00a0 Or you could say \u201cHave you been to the new restaurant downtown? The food there is excellent.\u201d<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Fantastic <\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The word \u201cfantastic\u201d is used to describe something very good or exciting. It can be used in both formal and informal situations. It\u2019s a very enthusiastic, positive word, so you should say it with some emphasis or exclamation.<\/p>\n<p>For example, if someone asks you about your trip to Thailand, you could say \u201cIt was fantastic!\u201d<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Favorable <\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\u201cFavorable\u201d is used to when talking about a positive outcome. It\u2019s often used to describe conditions, circumstances or opinions that are good or beneficial for a situation or person.<\/p>\n<p>The word is a little bit more formal and probably wouldn\u2019t be used in everyday conversation.<\/p>\n<p>For example, you can say, \u201cThe weather forecast looks favorable for the conference next week.\u201d<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Great <\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\u201cGreat\u201d is a versatile word that expresses a high level of approval or admiration. It\u2019s a word that you\u2019ll hear in both casual and formal situations.<\/p>\n<p>It can be used to describe things, experiences or people. When something is labeled as \u201cgreat,\u201d it generally brings out positive feelings and enthusiasm.<\/p>\n<p>For instance, you could say, \u201cI had a great time at the concert last night!\u201d\u00a0 or \u201cStephen is such a great person.\u201d<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Marvelous <\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\u201cMarvelous\u201d is an expressive word that conveys a sense of wonder and being amazed at something. When something is \u201cmarvelous,\u201d it goes beyond being just good. It can be a little old-fashioned and is not used as often as the other words in this list.<\/p>\n<p>For example, you might say, \u201cThe chef prepared a marvelous three-course meal that delighted all the guests.\u201d<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Outstanding <\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\u201cOutstanding\u201d describes something that \u201cstands out\u201d or is noticeably better than the alternatives. An \u201coutstanding\u201d book is better than all the other books you\u2019ve read recently, or an \u201coutstanding\u201d hotel is one of the nicest hotels you\u2019ve ever stayed in. This adjective is appropriate to use in casual or formal conversations.<\/p>\n<p>Note that \u201coutstanding\u201d can also mean \u201cunpaid\u201d depending on the situation. So if you have an \u201coutstanding\u201d bill, it means that you have a bill that needs to be paid, not a \u201cvery good\u201d bill.<\/p>\n<p>How do you know which meaning is being used? Context is super important for this. That\u2019s why when you\u2019re learning new words, you should try to learn them in sentences. You can also use language learning programs to see words in different scenarios.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Perfect <\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Perfect describes something that is flawless or exactly matching the need in a particular situation.<\/p>\n<p>If you have a very good day and everything happens exactly as you want it to, you could say, \u201cIt was a perfect day.\u201d\u00a0 A hotel could be \u201cperfect for families\u201d or an actor in a movie could be \u201cperfect for the role.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>If someone suggests an idea that you like, you can say \u201cThat\u2019s perfect\u201d\u00a0 or \u201cThat sounds perfect.\u201d<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Positive <\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\u201cPositive\u201d describes something that is optimistic, favorable or beneficial. In personal interactions, a \u201cpositive\u201d attitude reflects an open-minded approach, willingness to support others, and a hopeful outlook even in challenging circumstances.<\/p>\n<p>For example, an employer could say, \u201cHer positive attitude and hard work led to a successful outcome in the project.\u201d<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Satisfactory <\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>When something is \u201csatisfactory,\u201d it means that it meets the required expectations or standards. While it may not be exceptional, it is enough to fulfill the intended purpose or achieve the desired results.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s also a synonym of \u201cacceptable\u201d and would be used more in formal situations, like at work.<\/p>\n<p>For example, you might say, \u201cThe service at by the catering company was satisfactory, but it could have been more attentive.\u201d<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Superb <\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\u201cSuperb\u201d is a word used to describe something of exceptional quality, excellence or brilliance. It shows a level of superiority and admiration, going beyond the usual level of goodness.<\/p>\n<p>For instance, you could say, \u201cThe ballet performance was superb, \u00a0leaving the audience in awe of the dancers\u2019 skills.\u201d<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Pleasant <\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\u201cPleasant\u201d describes something that is enjoyable or likable. It can be used to describe people, places, or experiences.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cPleasant\u201d is a little less strong than words like \u201coutstanding,\u201d \u201cterrific\u201d or \u201cfantastic\u201d and it can be a good word to use if something was nice, yet not the absolute best thing imaginable.<\/p>\n<p>For example, you could say \u201cWe had a nice time at dinner. It was a very pleasant evening.\u201d<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Terrific <\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\u201cTerrific\u201d means very good or great. It\u2019s another very enthusiastic adjective, so only use it if you\u2019re describing something you really like a lot.<\/p>\n<p>You could describe someone\u2019s idea or performance as \u201cterrific,\u201d such as \u201cI\u2019m very happy with the results. She did a terrific job on this project.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Keep in mind that \u201cterrific\u201d can also be used to describe something very bad depending on the noun it\u2019s paired with. For example, you could also talk about a \u201cterrific storm\u201d\u00a0 or a \u201cterrific explosion.\u201d<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Valuable <\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\u201cValuable\u201d means that something is very important to someone who owns it or wants it.<\/p>\n<p>It can refer to both things that you can touch or not. Something can be valuable because it\u2019s expensive or it because it has special meaning, connected to memories or emotions.<\/p>\n<p>For example, you might say, \u201cThe antique vase she inherited from her grandmother is not only beautiful but also very valuable.\u201d<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Wonderful <\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\u201cWonderful\u201d means great or very good. People can be wonderful, experiences can be wonderful and things can be wonderful. You can use this word in both formal and casual settings.<\/p>\n<p>For example, you could say \u201cThe paintings at the art exhibition last night were wonderful,\u201d\u00a0 or \u201cI think you\u2019ll like her. She\u2019s a wonderful person.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Say goodbye to \u201cgood!\u201d Now you have some awesome, terrific, wonderful synonyms to improve your English vocabulary way beyond the basics.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><strong>Discussion Questions:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>1. What other words and phrases have you read or heard English speakers use when they say good?<\/p>\n<p>2. Do you have any favorite alternative to saying good ? And Why?<\/p>\n<p>3. How do you express yourself when you feel good about something?<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>B1 &#8211; Intermediate It\u2019s no wonder that the English language is so full of words that we can use to say that we may seldom repeat a word to express how we feel. 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