The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 7 letter word VIRTUES
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The straight part
We know that "they are good qualities" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case they are good qualities = virtues.The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does VIRTUES mean?
VIRTUES noun- Accordance with moral principles; conformity of behaviour or thought with the strictures of morality; good moral conduct.
- A particular manifestation of moral excellence in a person; an admirable quality.
- Specifically, each of several qualities held to be particularly important, including the four cardinal virtues, the three theological virtues, or the seven virtues opposed to the seven deadly sins.
- An inherently advantageous or excellent quality of something or someone; a favourable point, an advantage.
- A creature embodying divine power, specifically one of the orders of heavenly beings, traditionally ranked above angels and below archangels.
- Specifically, moral conduct in sexual behaviour, especially of women; chastity.
- The inherent power of a god, or other supernatural being.
- The inherent power or efficacy of something (now only in phrases).