Definition

A Scottish term used to refer to God or to express something positive or good.

Example

In the old tales, they often spoke of the gude as a guiding force in their lives.

Conversation

I heard you were reading a book about Scottish culture, right?

Yeah, it's fascinating! They even talk about the term gude and how it relates to their way of thinking.

That sounds interesting! I didn't know gude had such a deep meaning in their language.

It really does; it’s all about the values they hold dear.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'gude' originates from Old English 'gōd', meaning good or virtuous. It is used in various dialects to denote something that is positive or beneficial.

Memory Tip

Think of the Old English word for good, 'gōd', to remember that 'gude' refers to something positive or virtuous.

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