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

What seemed like a big swing at the time feels even more alien now, in times where good nature is almost a foreign concept.

From Salon • Sep. 21, 2025

The judge said Doe had been of previous good character and accepted that the conspirators may have taken advantage of his good nature.

From BBC • May 19, 2025

His good nature and joy are clearly infectious.

From Slate • Oct. 1, 2024

Stop taking his unbelievable good nature and inimitable team spirit for granted, or risk him following the lead of other misused talents in this era of athlete empowerment.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 10, 2024

“I’ve been taking advantage of your good nature for some time now. How much do I owe for the materials I’ve used during my studies with Manet?”

From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss