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 | ||