good as gold

Utterly dependable always

Good as gold describes someone, especially a child, who is perfectly well-behaved: The kids were good as gold while you were away.

The phrase can also mean completely reliable or trustworthy: His word is good as gold.

The comparison to gold emphasizes genuine, unquestionable value.

compliant

obedient

Following commands willingly

cooperative · tractable · biddable · manageable · amenable · angelic · model · exemplary · disciplined · respectful

reliable

trustworthy

Worthy of confidence

loyal · solid · staunch · unwavering · consistent · unfailing · true · dedicated · devoted · stable

valuable

precious

Highly esteemed, greatly valued

invaluable · cherished · sterling · worthy · esteemed · valued · reliable · sound · solid · bankable

virtuous

honorable

Having high moral standards

ethical · noble · principled · incorruptible · scrupulous · conscientious · saintly · exemplary · blameless · irreproachable

Categories
Opposites
behavior/conduct

good as goldtroublesome

Causing difficulty or annoyance

naughty · mischievous · unruly · disobedient · wild

reliability/dependability

good as goldunreliable

Not consistently performing

undependable · untrustworthy · flaky · inconsistent · fickle

value/quality

good as goldworthless

Lacking any value

bad · poor · no good · rotten · lousy

Family

good, gold, goodness, goodly, goods, golden, goldsmith, gilded, gild

Familiarity
Top 50,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G