Meaning Of The Word Well-meaning

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What's The Definition Of Well-meaning?

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

well-meaning in American English
having good or kindly intentions
adjective: meaning or intending well; having good intentions

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

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