GOODWILL Synonyms: 118 Similar and Opposite Words

goodwill

noun

ˌgu̇d-ˈwil

Definition of goodwill

as in friendship

kindly concern, interest, or support the long tradition of goodwill that exists between the United States and Canada

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as in willingness

cheerful readiness to do something took on the task of coaching the soccer team with lots of zeal and goodwill

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Recent Examples of goodwill One such moment is, in fact, the film’s conclusion, which is similarly open-ended, but without earning enough goodwill to promise a sequel. — Siddhant Adlakha, Variety, 15 Oct. 2026 That goodwill could be diminished as the losses pile up and the Flyers show little spirit in the blowout losses. — ABC News, 11 Oct. 2026 ComEd’s commitment to carry out the Monarch CCAA also seems to encourage goodwill and community engagement. — Susan Degrane, Chicago Tribune, 8 Oct. 2026 That this is largely due to the goodwill generated by the fourth season’s previous episodes — and, of course, the usual charming performances and memorable dialogue — is sort of beside the point. — Keith Phipps, Vulture, 7 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for goodwill

Recent Examples of Synonyms for goodwill

Noun

Her demeaning behavior toward her boyfriend makes the letter writer reconsider their friendship.

— R. Eric Thomas, Washington Post, 27 Oct. 2026
Her physical absence changes nothing about the circumstances of our friendship.

— Philip Martin, Arkansas Online, 27 Oct. 2026

Definition of friendship

Noun

All the more reason for leaders to play the generosity sweepstakes in ways that are advantageous to them.

— Diane Brady, Fortune, 20 Oct. 2026
Give creators the freedom and resources to do something meaningful for their own communities, whether that means recognizing someone, supporting a local cause or simply creating a moment of generosity or care.

— Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 20 Oct. 2026

Definition of generosity

Noun

Rice’s reputation as the rare C-suite suit with both taste and talent-friendliness followed him out of Disney to a non-exclusive production and co-financing deal with A24 for both TV and film.

— Josef Adalian, Vulture, 19 Oct. 2026
These battlewagons have many pluses, but user-friendliness isn't one of them.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 15 Oct. 2026

Definition of friendliness

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