Definition of well–meaning
1 : having good intentions well–meaning but misguided idealists
2 : based on good intentions well–meaning advice
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First Known Use of well–meaning
15th century
WELL–MEANING Defined for English Language Learners
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Definition of well–meaning for English Language Learners
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: having or showing a desire to do something good but often producing bad results
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