good-humored
Americanadjective
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Etymology
Origin of good-humored
First recorded in 1655–65
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“It’s good-humored without being comedy or satire but opens serious friendly discussions about contemporary problems,” reader Christine Almeida writes of the novel that won the 2021 National Book Award for fiction.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 18, 2026
But Mr. Thein’s harried, good-humored attempt to keep up with the title cards’ rapid pace brought additional amusement—and a much deserved ovation for his valiant efforts.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 17, 2025
He seems relatively good-humored about the fact that his last name is most familiar because of other people who share it.
From Salon ● Oct. 29, 2023
His audience remained enthusiastic and good-humored from start to finish Saturday; the event was more campaign rally than fireside talk.
From Washington Times ● Mar. 5, 2023
Everything was all right; everything was good-humored and friendly.
From "Lord of the Flies" by William Golding
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