noun General Slang

good sort

GOOD SORT · noun · informal

An attractive or decent person.

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Definitions

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An attractive person, or a thoroughly decent, likeable one, depending on context.

“She's a good sort, always up for a laugh.”
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good sort In A Sentence

She's a good sort, always up for a laugh.

Origin & Usage

Australian; 'sort' (type of person) plus 'good'.

Variants good sorts

People Also Ask

What does 'good sort' mean?

Depending on context, it means either an attractive person or a thoroughly decent, likeable one.

Where does 'good sort' come from?

It's Australian, combining 'good' with 'sort' meaning a type of person.

Is 'good sort' about looks or personality?

It can be either; 'she's a good sort' might praise someone's appearance or their easygoing, agreeable nature, so context decides.

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