English adjective: well-intentioned | |||
1. | well-intentioned marked by good intentions though often producing unfortunate results | ||
Samples | A well-intentioned but clumsy waiter. A well-meaning but tactless fellow. The son's well-meaning efforts threw a singular chill upon the father's admirers. Blunt but well-meant criticism. | ||
Synonyms | well-meaning, well-meant | ||
Similar | intended | ||
Antonyms | unintended | ||