Originally used to describe a "stand up guy" or mensch, this term can also be used to describe things or states of being that are socially lauded or praised by the majority of society.
Person 1: Did you ever notice that being pro-LGBT rights is a good dude these days?
Person 2: Oh yeah. Being pro-LGBT rights is a VERY good dude.
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Australian Expression(sarcastic)
Used to describe the Human Trash of Australian urban areas, who gather together and either lounge about attention-seeking on the back of there utes (pick-up trucks), or drive around un-necessarily slow as to gain the attention of other good dudes who are still in their utes.
Regular Person 1: We can't drive to the beach that way man.
Regular Person 2: Why not?
Regular Person 1: All the good Dudes will be out today, it will take forever!
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The same as saying wats up to someone
Shan: Hey Jay...wats good wit the dude??
Jay: Nothing much man...you??
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Good Dude is an expression commonly used by βTeam Guysβ AKA Navy SEALs in reference to one who looks out for his team, is always on time, and is generally squared away.
Guy: Yo is Smith a good dude or is he f*ckin turd?
Guy 2: Smith is a really good dude, heβs always gettin after it for the boys!