Goody-goody and Righteous

Goody-goody

Goody-goody adjective - Affectedly or smugly good or self-righteous.
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Righteous and goody-goody are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Righteous" instead an adjective phrase "Goody-goody".

Righteous

Righteous adjective - Conforming to a high standard of morality or virtue.
Usage example: a righteous man can be trusted to act honorably regardless of the circumstances

Goody-goody and righteous are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Goody-goody" instead an adjective "Righteous".

Nearby Words: right, righteousness, rightly
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