What does well-meaning mean?
Well-meaning means With good intentions, often used to reflect positively on a negative outcome or situation..
Well-meaning
Pronunciation varies by accent · adjective
Meaning
With good intentions, often used to reflect positively on a negative outcome or situation..
Example Sentences
The professor is well-meaning enough, but he usually ruins things one way or another.
In the first scene, he bites the arm of a well-meaning counselor at the group home and dashes out of the building, all in a vain attempt to locate the father who abandoned him.
Synonyms for well-meaning
Antonyms for well-meaning
Related Words
Word Forms
- more well-meaning
- most well-meaning
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for well-meaning?
Common synonyms include amicable, intended, well-meant, well-intentioned.
What is the opposite of well-meaning?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use well-meaning in a sentence?
The professor is well-meaning enough, but he usually ruins things one way or another.
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