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to use of gladsome and joyful Thu Mar 13, 2008 9:14 am  to use of gladsome and joyful
 

Hi All,

I want to replace the word good in the below sentence. With which word should I replace it?

Yes, I have some news about this issue but it isn't good for you I think.

- Yes, I have some news about this issue but it isn't joyful for you I think.
- Yes, I have some news about this issue but it isn't gladsome for you I think.
- Yes, I have some news about this issue but it isn't delectable for you I think.
- Yes, I have some news about this issue but it isn't joyous for you I think.
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to use of gladsome and joyful Thu Mar 13, 2008 12:37 pm  to use of gladsome and joyful
 

I think the way this is phrased sounds a little awkward. It would be more natural to say "Yes, I have had some news about this issue, but I don't think it is/will be good for you".

As far as replacing the word 'good', perhaps you could say beneficial? Or simply "but I don't think you will like it". This depends on the context.

I hope this helps Smile
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to use of gladsome and joyful Thu Mar 13, 2008 14:49 pm  to use of gladsome and joyful
 

"Good" is the best choice there. "Joyous" is a little too joyful for the situation. "Delectable" is an adjective applied to food or to women who are sexy. I have never heard anyone use the word "gladsome" in my entire life.
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