good nature

American  

noun

1. pleasant disposition; kindly nature; amiability.

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good nature Idioms  

1. 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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Etymology

Origin of good nature

late Middle English word dating back to 1400–50

Example Sentences

The sun is dying, and within 30 years, Earth’s temperature will cool to the point of global disaster, affecting crops, food sources, weather and humanity’s already precarious good nature.

From Salon • Mar. 21, 2026

Ms Farrell, who keeps in touch with staff still working there, said the unit is operating on the "fumes" of the nurses' good nature.

From BBC • Aug. 17, 2025

His good nature and joy are clearly infectious.

From Slate • Oct. 1, 2024

“He brings friendship and good nature to the show, plus he has a very funny comedic voice and he makes it look easy,” Chieng adds.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 13, 2024

Perhaps we will find it possible to accommodate other forms of life, from other planets, out of sheer good nature.

From "The Lives of a Cell" by Lewis Thomas