well-disposed

/ˌwel dɪˈspəʊzd/ (bre, ipa) · /ˌwel dɪˈspəʊzd/ (ame, ipa) · /ˌwel-di-ˈspōzd How to pronounce well-disposed (audio)/ (ame, mw)

well-disposed — adjective

1. showing warm or approving feelings, and ready to help or agree instead of resist

1.形容詞C1
釋義

showing warm or approving feelings, and ready to help or agree instead of resisting

例句

The new head teacher seemed well-disposed toward parents who asked honest questions.

well-disposed toward + people

After lunch with the volunteers, the mayor was well-disposed to their housing plan.

well-disposed to + idea / proposal

同義詞
  • favorable

    more often used for opinions, decisions, or official responses than for personal warmth

  • kindly

    stresses gentle, friendly behavior rather than approval of an idea

  • supportive

    suggests clearer active backing, especially in practical situations

  • receptive

    focuses on being open to hearing or considering something new

反義詞
  • hostile

    stronger opposite, suggesting active dislike or aggression

  • opposed

    fits ideas and plans better than personal relations

  • ill-disposed

    a formal opposite with the same stylistic tone as the headword

文法句型

be well-disposed toward + person / group

be well-disposed to + plan / request / change

a well-disposed + person / audience / official

用法筆記

Usually followed by 'to' or 'toward' when naming the person or idea receiving the positive attitude. In formal writing, it often suggests quiet approval rather than strong enthusiasm.

常見錯誤

❌The staff was well-disposed with the proposal.
✅The staff was well-disposed to the proposal.
💡After this adjective, English normally uses 'to' or 'toward', not 'with'.