Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
gesture-of-goodwill
noun
/ˈdʒɛs.tʃər əv ˈɡʊd.wɪl/
Definition
An action or expression designed to show kindness, friendship, or goodwill towards others.
Examples
- Sending flowers to a colleague after a disagreement was a lovely gesture-of-goodwill.
- He offered to help with the project as a gesture-of-goodwill after their earlier conflicts.
- The donation to the charity was a gesture-of-goodwill from the local business.
Meaning
A gesture-of-goodwill is often performed to foster positive relationships or to mend disagreements.
Synonyms
- offering
- kindness
- token of goodwill
- friendly gesture
