Definition for GOOD

GOOD, adv.

As good, as well; with equal advantage. Had you not as good go with me? In America we use goods, the Gothic word. Had you not as goods go? In replies, good signifies well; right; it is satisfactory. I am satisfied. I will be with you to-morrow; answer, good, very good. So we use well, from the root of L. valeo, to be strong.

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