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good for
Beneficial to, as in Milk is good for children . [Tenth century a.d. ]
Financially reliable, able to pay or repay, as in They know he's good for a big tip . [Mid-1800s]
Able to serve or continue to function, as in This furniture's good for at least ten more years , or I hope you're not tired—I'm good for another three miles or so . [Mid-1800s]
Equivalent in value; also, valid for. For example, These coupons are good for a 20 percent discount , or This contract is good for the entire life of the book . [Second half of 1800s]
good for someone . An expression of approval, as in Good for Bill—he's sold the car , or Good for you! You passed the exam . This usage differs from the others in that orally a slight emphasis is placed on you or whoever is being mentioned. [Mid-1800s]
Example Sentences
“To Ghana? Yes, you do. It’ll be good for you to honor your grandmother.”
“The ship leaves at ten o’clock. Let your actions be blameless until then! As Agatha Swanburne once said, ‘Anyone can be good for a minute.
The shanties the crew sang during the day were rhythmic work songs, good for keeping time as they hauled rope and shoveled herring into the hold, but the songs sung after dinner were full of longing and woe.
“Is it good for a lady in labor?”
“Will be good for playing pirates.”
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