good-natured Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. adjective having an easygoing and cheerful disposition
    • too good-natured to resent a little criticism
    • the good-natured policeman on our block
    • the sounds of good-natured play

WordNet

Good`-na"tured adjective
Definitions
  1. Naturally mild in temper; not easily provoked. Syn. -- Good-natured, Good-tempered, Good-humored. Good-natured denotes a disposition to please and be pleased. Good-tempered denotes a habit of mind which is not easily ruffied by provocations or other disturbing influences. Good-humored is applied to a spirit full of ease and cheerfulness, as displayed in one's outward deportment and in social intercourse. A good-natured man recommends himself to all by the spirit which governs him. A good-humored man recommends himself particularly as a companion. A good-tempered man is rarely betrayed into anything which can disturb the serenity of the social circle.

Webster 1913