well-disposed

[wel-di-spohzd]

adjective

1. favorably, sympathetically, or kindly disposed.

   The sponsors are well-disposed toward our plan.

well-disposed

adjective

1. inclined to be sympathetic, kindly, or friendly

   he was never well disposed towards her relatives

Word History and Origins

Origin of well-disposed¹

Middle English word dating back to 1350–1400

Example Sentences

The “overall population” are “very well-disposed toward Jews compared to most countries around the world,” Mr. Rich says.

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Although no promises were made, he added, ”I have a feeling that our colleagues are well-disposed in this matter.”

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"I don't think the Bank of England was particularly well-disposed towards the Truss government."

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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.

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China has enjoyed a terrific 30 years thanks to a world of wealthy, well-disposed customers.

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