1. unthreatening, well-meaning

not unfriendly or threatening

Example Sentences:
'her well-meaning words were received in silence'
'the exasperation of a...well-meaning cow worried by dogs'

Synonyms

• unthreatening

2. well-intentioned, well-meaning, well-meant

marked by good intentions though often producing unfortunate results

Example Sentences:
'a well-intentioned but clumsy waiter'
'a well-meaning but tactless fellow'
'the son's well-meaning efforts threw a singular chill upon the father's admirers'
'blunt but well-meant criticism'

Synonyms

• well-intentioned
• well-meant