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good nature

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noun

pleasant disposition; kindly nature; amiability.

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Origin of good nature

late Middle English word dating back to 1400–50

Dictionary.com Unabridged Based on the Random House Unabridged Dictionary, © Random House, Inc. 2019

Examples from the Web for good nature

Historical Examples of good nature

His good-nature would not be denied, and was obvious to all.
The Twins of Suffering Creek
Ridgwell Cullum
The loafer came in with a grin of good-nature on his perspiring and dirty face.
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Ridgwell Cullum
Sunny turned; and it was evident all his good-nature was restored.
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Ridgwell Cullum
"She has heard of all your good-nature, and is very grateful to you," said Gusty.
The Bramleighs Of Bishop's Folly
Charles James Lever
And so he is, simply bubbling over with humour and good-nature.
The Confessions of a Caricaturist, Vol 2 (of 2)
Harry Furniss

Idioms and Phrases with good nature

good nature

A cheerful, obliging disposition, as in Ted is known for his good nature—he's always willing to help. [Mid-1400s]

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