noun
- the quality of being attractive, handsome, or pleasing in appearance
- the quality of being impressive, dignified, or noble in bearing or manner
Usage: somewhat formal or literary
Usage: archaic or literary
Examples
- The goodliness of the landscape took our breath away.
- She carried herself with a natural goodliness that commanded respect.
- The portrait captured the goodliness of the young nobleman.
- His goodliness of appearance made him a popular choice for the role.
- The goodliness of the old manor house impressed all who visited.
- In literature, goodliness often describes both physical beauty and moral virtue.