well-disposed

adjective

well-dis·​posed ˌwel-di-ˈspōzd How to pronounce well-disposed (audio)
: having a good disposition
especially : disposed to be friendly, favorable, or sympathetic

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of well-disposed was in the 14th century

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“Well-disposed.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/well-disposed. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

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well-disposed

adjective
well-dis·​posed
-dis-ˈpōzd
: having a good disposition

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