English dictionary
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English adjective: well-meaning | |||
| 1. | well-meaning not unfriendly or threatening | ||
| Samples | Her well-meaning words were received in silence. The exasperation of a...well-meaning cow worried by dogs. | ||
| Synonyms | unthreatening | ||
| Similar | amicable | ||
| Antonyms | hostile | ||
| 2. | well-meaning 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-intentioned, well-meant | ||
| Similar | intended | ||
| Antonyms | unintended | ||
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