well-taken

[wel-tey-kuhn]

adjective

1. soundly logical; worthy of consideration.

   Her advice is well-taken.

Word History and Origins

Origin of well-taken¹

First recorded in 1755–65

Example Sentences

Scrum-half Pelletier picked up the player-of-the-match award in the semi-final win over the Black Ferns, scoring a well-taken opening try.

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Megan Jones continued her fine form in the centre, scoring two well-taken tries, while competition on the wing continues to heat up.

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The 29-year-old showed off her pace with a well-taken try in the World Cup warm-up win over Spain and can also play in the back row.

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“Millions” might be a bit of a stretch, but the sentiment is well-taken.

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Ford added two penalties to stretch England's lead before Harlequins wing Cadan Murley completed the job with a well-taken try five minutes from the end.

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