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WELL-MEANING

(adj.sat)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Well-Meaning.

Well-Meaning - as an adjective satellite

Not unfriendly or threatening

Example: "Her well-meaning words were received in silence"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
unthreatening

Marked by good intentions though often producing unfortunate results

Example: "A well-intentioned but clumsy waiter"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
well-intentionedwell-meant

Example Sentences

"She has always been a well-meaning person, always trying to help others."
"Despite his well-meaning intentions, his actions often had unintended negative consequences."
"The well-meaning advice she gave me only made matters worse."
"The politicians made several well-meaning promises during their campaigns."
"He's a well-meaning boss, but sometimes his decisions are misguided."
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Word Game Points

Is WELL-MEANING a valid Scrabble word?
No, well-meaning is NOT valid for Scrabble
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Is WELL-MEANING a valid Words With Friends word?
No, well-meaning is NOT valid for Words With Friends
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WELL-MEANING is not a valid Words With Friends word.

Is WELL-MEANING a valid WordFeud word?
No, well-meaning is NOT valid for WordFeud
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WELL-MEANING is not a valid WordFeud word.

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