well-disposed
Americanadjective
adjective
Etymology
Origin of well-disposed
Middle English word dating back to 1350–1400
Example Sentences
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There were shouts of treason, but Gen. Washington intervened on Willing’s behalf, calling him a “worthy, well-disposed man.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 17, 2026
Although no promises were made, he added, ”I have a feeling that our colleagues are well-disposed in this matter.”
From Washington Times ● Apr. 28, 2023
He's not well-disposed towards us, human beings, because they stole his eyes and stole his science, and they've been hounding him across the planet for 45 years trying to destroy him.
From Salon ● May 15, 2022
China has enjoyed a terrific 30 years thanks to a world of wealthy, well-disposed customers.
From Washington Post ● Mar. 8, 2022
So far, she and Miss Adams seemed fairly well-disposed toward me, so I was hoping she wouldn’t mind a little input.
From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu
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