Well-meaning — synonyms, definition

1. well-meaning (Adjective)

unthreatening well-intentioned well-meant

well-meaning (Adjective) — Not unfriendly or threatening. ex. "the exasperation of a...well-meaning cow worried by dogs" ex. "her well-meaning words were received in silence"

well-meaning (Adjective) — Marked by good intentions though often producing unfortunate results. ex. "a well-meaning but tactless fellow" ex. "the son's well-meaning efforts threw a singular chill upon the father's admirers"