Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
goody-goodies
noun
/ˈɡʊdi ˈɡʊdiz/
Definition
People who behave in an excessively nice or morally correct way to gain approval or to be perceived positively.
Examples
- Despite being a goody-goodie, she was often excluded from the fun activities.
- The team members found his goody-goodies attitude quite annoying during the project.
Meaning
The term often carries a negative connotation, implying that the person is trying too hard to please others, often at the expense of authenticity or sincerity.
Synonyms
- Do-gooders
- Saints
- Goody two-shoes
