well-intentioned

adjective

well-in·​ten·​tioned ˌwel-in-ˈten(t)-shənd How to pronounce well-intentioned (audio)

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Though well-intentioned, such policies leave many feeling like checkboxes on a diversity scorecard. Matt K. Lewis, Twin Cities, 9 Feb. 2025 Ranging from well-intentioned to egregious, these comments might surprise you...or not. Annabelle Canela, Parents, 23 Jan. 2025 In a world where crypto, assurance and accountability reign supreme among Gen Z – the current state of ESG investing is well-intentioned but needs a rebrand. Jeff Fromm, Forbes, 21 Jan. 2025 Aquarians, who are represented by the water-bearer symbol, are also some of the most honest and well-intentioned people out there, according to astrologists. Ana Escalante, Glamour, 20 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for well-intentioned 

Word History

First Known Use

1598, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of well-intentioned was in 1598

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“Well-intentioned.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/well-intentioned. Accessed 22 Feb. 2025.

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