well-mean·ing
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Definition of well-meaning
1
: having good intentions
well-meaning but misguided idealists
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: based on good intentions
well-meaning advice
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“Well-meaning.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/well-meaning. Accessed 17 Jun. 2021.
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well-meaning
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English Language Learners Definition of well-meaning
: having or showing a desire to do something good but often producing bad results
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The first known use of well-meaning was in the 15th century
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