well-made
Americanadjective
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skillfully built or constructed.
a well-made sofa.
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strongly built; well-built.
sturdy, well-made youngsters.
adjective
Etymology
Origin of well-made
Middle English word dating back to 1250–1300
Example Sentences
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Video released by the US Justice Department shows apparently well-made concrete steps leading into the tunnel, which appears to be hewn from rock and with a concrete floor.
From Barron's ● Jun. 2, 2026
The series was consistently dumb but well-made, and this looks like a decent way to spend two hours if you like car chases, shootouts and explosions.
From MarketWatch ● Apr. 30, 2026
He was meticulous in ordering well-made clothes, and a “chariot” with some gilding wouldn’t be too excessive, he thought.
From Slate ● Feb. 16, 2026
Think of a bright, herby zhough or chimichurri; a balanced romesco or a well-made pesto; a glossy salsa negra or an umami-packed XO sauce.
From Salon ● Dec. 20, 2025
Swords are nice and all, but they don't much compare to a pair of well-made short blades.
From "Dread Nation" by Justina Ireland
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