Synonyms/Hypernyms (Ordered by Estimated Frequency) of noun good_word
2 senses of good word
Sense 1
recommendation, testimonial, good word -- (something that recommends (or expresses commendation of) a person or thing as worthy or desirable)
=> praise, congratulations, kudos, extolment -- (an expression of approval and commendation; "he always appreciated praise for his work")
Sense 2
good word -- (good news)
=> news, intelligence, tidings, word -- (information about recent and important events; "they awaited news of the outcome")