Meaning Of The Word Well-intentioned

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well-intentioned
adjective: If you say that a person or their actions are well-intentioned, you mean that they intend to be helpful or kind but they are unsuccessful or cause problems.

well-intentioned in American English
adjective: well-meaning

well-intentioned in British English
having or indicating benevolent intentions, usually with unfortunate results
having or showing good, kindly, or benevolent intentions

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