good listener

American

[good lis-uh-ner] / ˈgʊd ˈlɪs ə nər /

noun

someone who listens carefully, attentively, and sympathetically, typically imparting support and understanding to the speaker.

Her friends envied her for having married a good listener.

Other Word Forms

Noun Inflected Forms

good listeners

plural

Etymology

Origin of good listener

First recorded in 1750–60

Example Sentences

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He said he and other board members have found the new mayor to be a good listener in meetings, but he acknowledged that there is a disconnect.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 25, 2026

“Always remember you are a representative of the public, and keep that perspective. Continue to be a good listener of various views.”

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 22, 2025

In the end, she’s a pretty good listener.

From Slate • Apr. 14, 2025

Libbi was said to be a good listener and many people would call into her shop to seek advice.

From BBC • Feb. 6, 2025

He was also a good listener with a genuine curiosity about others.

From "Death on the River of Doubt" by Samantha Seiple

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