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well-meaning - Dictionary definition and meaning for word
well-meaning
Definition
(adj) not unfriendly or threatening
Synonyms
:
unthreatening
Example Sentence
her well-meaning words were received in silence
the exasperation of a...well-meaning cow worried by dogs
Definition
(adj) marked by good intentions though often producing unfortunate results
Synonyms
:
well-intentioned
,
well-meant
Example Sentence
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
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text: meaning meaning they'll come a day when
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