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goody-goody (fem.)

adjectivefemininecolloquialcommon/bwɐˈziɲɐ/boa·zi·nha

Definition

1

Diminutive form, sometimes affectionate or derogatory, of 'good'. Can indicate excessive, naive, or false goodness.

Usage examples

She's a goody-goody girl, but a bit naive.
Don't play the goody-goody, we know it was you.

Common combinations

to play the goody-goody