gooder

See also: Gooder

English

Pronunciation

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Etymology 1

From good +‎ -er (comparative suffix).

Adjective

gooder

  1. (nonstandard, humorous) comparative form of good: more good
Usage notes

The standard comparative is better.

Antonyms
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Etymology 2

From good +‎ -er (occupational suffix).

Noun

gooder (plural gooders)

  1. (nonstandard, humorous, New England slang) Something good; a good one; goodie.
    You're a gooder, for taking care of your mom.
Usage notes
  • A parallel construction to oner, a nominalization of one, to mean "an outstanding person or thing".

See also

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