Goodwills
Definitions
- (n.) Plural form of goodwill, referring to the intangible assets and reputation of a business that contribute to its earning power.
The company valued its goodwills in the balance sheet following the merger.
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As a plural noun, 'goodwills' is rarely used in practice; 'goodwill' is typically treated as an uncountable noun in legal and accounting contexts.
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