What does well-intentioned mean?
Well-intentioned means Having good intentions, even if producing unfortunate results..
Well-intentioned
Pronunciation varies by accent · adjective
Meaning
Having good intentions, even if producing unfortunate results..
Example Sentences
A 21-Valyrian steel dagger salute to Paddy Considine, who makes his exit from House Of The Dragon this week with a thunderclap of a performance. “The Lord of the Tides” is the swan song for his King Viserys I Targaryen, a well-intentioned but indecisive man who waited until the very last day of his life to flex his royal might.
Synonyms for well-intentioned
Antonyms for well-intentioned
Related Words
Word Forms
- better-intentioned
- more well-intentioned
- best-intentioned
- most well-intentioned
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for well-intentioned?
Common synonyms include well-intended, well-meant, well-meaning, intended.
What is the opposite of well-intentioned?
Possible antonyms include ill-intentioned.
How do you use well-intentioned in a sentence?
A 21-Valyrian steel dagger salute to Paddy Considine, who makes his exit from House Of The Dragon this week with a thunderclap of a performance. “The Lord of the Tides” is the swan song for his King Viserys I Targaryen, a well-intentioned but indecisive man who waited until the very last day of his life to flex his royal might.
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