1.
good, favorable, satisfactory
In a good or satisfactory state. Used in formal or semi-formal contexts to describe conditions, relationships, results, or states that meet or exceed expectations.
天候は良好だ。
The weather conditions are favorable.
術後の経過は良好です。
The post-operative progress is satisfactory.
両国の関係は良好に保たれている。
Relations between the two countries are being maintained in good standing.
USAGE:
良好 is more formal than 良い or 好調 and is common in reports, news, medical contexts, and official communications. It tends to describe states and conditions rather than specific objects.
Typical pattern: noun + は + 良好だ/です, or 良好な + noun.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 良好な関係: good relations
- 良好な状態: good condition
- 経過は良好: progress is satisfactory
- 成績良好: good academic results
- 視界良好: good visibility