good for (someone or something)

idiom

1

—used to express approval of someone

"I passed the exam!" "Good for you!"

"He got the job." "Good for him!"

2

: resulting in something good or desirable for (someone or something)

Regular exercise is good for you.

Hot soup is good for a cold.

Being with friends is especially good for him right now.

3

—used to say how long something will continue or be valid

This offer is good for the remainder of the month.

Our old car still runs and should be good for a few more years.

4

somewhat informal : able to provide or produce (something)

I'm good for a hundred dollars if you need a loan.

Examples of good for (someone or something) in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Are two European defeats in one day good for the competition? —Jack Lang, New York Times, 20 June 2025

Frequently Asked Questions What supplements are good for menopause joint pain? —Wendy Wisner, Health, 20 June 2025

Garvey had an off year, for him, in 1982, hitting .282 with 16 homers, good for a 101 OPS+. —Houston Mitchell, Los Angeles Times, 19 June 2025

Dual-plastic design over a metal frame is good for durability. —ArsTechnica, 18 June 2025