goody two shoes
1
a person who tries hard to let others know that they always do the right thing and behave well
The idiom "goody two shoes" originated from a children's story called "The History of Little Goody Two-Shoes" by John Newbery, published in 1765. It describes someone who tries to show off their perfect behavior and moral righteousness to gain personal advantage.
- He constantly brags about his charitable donations and impeccable ethical choices.It's clear he's just a goody two shoes seeking attention.
- It's hard to believe her goody two-shoes act is genuine.
- She always volunteers for every task and never misses an opportunity to remind everyone about it.She's such a goody two shoes.
2
an exceptionally good or moral person
The idiom "goody two shoes" originated from the title character of a children's story titled "The History of Little Goody Two Shoes" by John Newbery, published in 1765. is used to describe someone who is excessively virtuous, moral, or self-righteous, often to the point of being perceived as insincere or annoyingly perfect. It is typically used in a somewhat mocking or derisive manner to criticize someone who appears to be excessively good without any flaws or faults.
- In school, he was always the teacher's pet, following all the rules and never getting in trouble.His classmates teased him for being a goody two shoes.
- She always volunteers for charity work and never misses an opportunity to help others.Some people find her a bit of a goody-two shoes.