English Reference
Idiom idiom

good times


Referring to a specific period of time, whether the speaker’s present circumstances or a past era recalled with nostalgia, as agreeable or enjoyable, occasionally with an ironic connotation.

Meaning adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.


SIMPLE

We had such good times at the beach last summer.

CONTEXTUAL

Looking through these old photos reminds me of the good times we shared during our college years.

COMPLEX

Though the current economic climate is difficult, the older generation often speaks of the good times with a sense of profound and wistful nostalgia.


Related idioms8entries
  1. 01

    a good deal

    Very much; to a great extent; a lot; lots.

  2. 02

    all good

    It's all good.

  3. 03

    bill of goods

    A set of misleading or deceptive claims.

  4. 04

    but good

    To a high degree; very thoroughly; in a most definite manner.

  5. 05

    come from a good place

    To be motivated by decency, kindness, or good intentions.

  6. 06

    come up with the goods

    To produce what was expected or required.

  7. 07

    deal a good hand

    To assign favorable circumstances in life to someone.

  8. 08

    deliver the goods

    To do what was promised or expected.

Last updated August 10, 2026