Here’s a list of ten antonyms for good:
- Bad
- Evil
- Inferior
- Wicked
- Harmful
- Unpleasant
- Wrong
- Poor
- Unfavorable
- Defective
Here are explanations for each antonym of good:
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Bad – A general opposite of "good," referring to something of poor quality, undesirable, or morally wrong Example: The food was bad because it was overcooked.
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Evil – Typically refers to extreme moral wrongdoing or wickedness. Example: The villain in the story had an evil plan to take over the city.
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Inferior – Something of lower quality, status, or value compared to another. Example: This product is inferior to the one we bought last time.
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Wicked – Similar to "evil," but can also mean mischievous in a playful way. Example: The witch was known for her wicked spells.
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Harmful – Causing damage, injury, or suffering. Example: Smoking is harmful to your health.
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Unpleasant – Not enjoyable or causing discomfort. Example: The weather was unpleasant due to heavy rain and strong winds.
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Wrong – Incorrect, immoral, or unjust. Example: His answer was wrong because he miscalculated.
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Poor – Of low quality or lacking in some way. Example: His essay was poorly written with many mistakes.
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Unfavorable – Not beneficial or disadvantageous. Example: The economic conditions were unfavorable for starting a business.
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Defective – Flawed or not working properly. Example: The phone had a defective screen that wouldn’t turn on.