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good-sized

American  
[good-sahyzd] / ˈgʊdˈsaɪzd /

adjective

  1. of ample or large size; rather large for its kind.

    a good-sized pumpkin.
good-sized British  

adjective

  1. quite large

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Etymology

Origin of good-sized

First recorded in 1830–40

Example Sentences

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Of course, if they simply invested the savings of not owning a home into stocks and bonds, they could end up with a good-sized pile of assets at retirement.

From MarketWatch • Dec. 16, 2025

There was a good-sized audience stood by the stage, with the hosts inviting people to share dilemmas and embarrassing moments.

From BBC • Aug. 24, 2024

“He’s a long, strong sturdy individual. ... He’s a good-sized dude and he’s got great athleticism. He can handle those edges.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 31, 2024

We are able to provide livelihoods, which is really kind of amazing, and we have a good-sized business.

From New York Times • Nov. 28, 2022

It was not much bigger than a good-sized clothes cupboard and there was one small window in the back wall with a sink under the window, but there were no taps over the sink.

From "Matilda" by Roald Dahl

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