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Definition well-meant in British English

well-meant adjective

adjective
/ˌwel ˈment/
1

words or actions that are well-meant are intended to be helpful but are often harmful or not sensible

Example

Well-meant advice can be more annoying than helpful.

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Definition well-meant in British English