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well-mean·ing | \ ˈwel-ˈmē-niŋ 
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\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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well-meaning
adjectiveEnglish Language Learners Definition of well-meaning
: having or showing a desire to do something good but often producing bad results
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