Good – Synonyms

2022-10-18 Language rules Time to read: 1min
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By definition, something is considered “good” if it has positive moral qualities. The word “good” is often used in everyday casual dialogue, where it may be tricky to find suiting synonyms in academic writing.

“Good” – General synonyms

The following illustrates another word for “good” that may be used in general casual conversations as well as in academic writing.

  • Excellent
  • Exceptional
  • Pleasing
  • Acceptable
  • Superior
  • Competent
  • Positive
  • Beneficial
  • Favorable
  • Advantageous
  • Useful
  • Propitious
  • Fine
  • Satisfactory
  • Valuable
  • Great
  • Effective
  • Efficient
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“Good” – Synonyms used in academic writing

In an academic context, it should be avoided to use the word “good”, as it expresses subjectivity, which may impact the objectivity of academic papers negatively. Synonyms for “good” in academic writing are important, as they are often used to depict analyses, results, and conclusions.

Are you looking for another word for “good” for your academic paper? Take a look at the table below with 3 top suggestions from our BachelorPrint-Team.

“Good” Synonyms Examples
Positive The outcome of the study was good.
The outcome of the study was positive.
Effective Using various methods simultaneously turned out to be good.
Using various methods simultaneously turned out to be effective.
Efficient Preparing was good, as (…)
Preparing was efficient, as (…)
Competent The survey was conducted with good employees.
The survey was conducted with competent employees.
Beneficial Cooperating with this firm proved to be good.
Cooperating with this firm proved to be beneficial.
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