goodwill Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. noun (accounting) an intangible asset valued according to the advantage or reputation a business has acquired (over and above its tangible assets)
    good will.
  2. noun the friendly hope that something will succeed
    good will.
  3. noun a disposition to kindness and compassion
    good will; grace.
    • the victor's grace in treating the vanquished

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