good will

A form of goodwill — A favorably disposed attitude toward someone or something.

Meanings

noungood will (uncountable)
  1. alternativeuncountableAlternative form of goodwill.

Synonyms & antonyms

nouna disposition to kindness and compassion

noun(accounting) an intangible asset valued according to the advantage or reputation a business has acquired (over and above its tangible assets)

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nounthe friendly hope that something will succeed

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APA

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Chicago

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