mean well . mean well {v. phr.} To have good intentions. Fred generally means well, but he has a tendency to be tactless. Categories: add yours {v. phr.} Source: A Dictionary of American Idioms by A. Makkai, M.T. Boatner, J.E. Gates © 2024 To section: M Subscribe to: American IdiomsIdioms feedEnglish languageHome page and general feed Add my comment