Goodall

American  

[good-awl] / ˈgʊdˌɔl /

noun

1. Jane, born 1934, English primatologist and zoologist.

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Goodall Scientific  

/ gd′ôl /

1. British zoologist whose study of the life and habitat of the chimpanzee has greatly increased understanding of primate behavior. Goodall's research demonstrated that chimpanzees are capable of complex emotional relationships, and have the skill and intelligence to make tools. She has been a leader in international conservation efforts.

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Example Sentences

At the recent planting event, photos of Goodall amid trees and greenery were displayed on a table near the entrance.

From Los Angeles Times • May 23, 2026

The vision was conceived by Jane Goodall, the late, famed chimpanzee expert, and Margarita Pagliai, who founded Seven Arrows and Little Dolphins Preschool in the Palisades.

From Los Angeles Times • May 23, 2026

Goodall recalled her scientific peers encouraging her not to publish her research, because it “will indicate that we have innate aggressive tendencies,” as she put it.

From Salon • Apr. 23, 2026

Goodall was recognised recently with a Medal of Freedom by US President Biden, in addition to her damehood in the UK and other international plaudits.

From BBC • Dec. 31, 2025

I like to pretend I’m Jane Goodall, except with squirrels instead of chimpanzees.

From "Hello, Universe" by Erin Entrada Kelly