well-set

[wel-set] / ˈwɛlˈsɛt /

ADJECTIVE

set

Synonyms

STRONG

agreed appointed arranged bent concluded confirmed determined entrenched established firm fixed immovable intent ironclad obstinate pat prearranged predetermined prescribed regular resolved rooted scheduled settled specified stated stipulated

WEAK

certain customary dead set on decisive definite hanging tough inveterate locked-in pigheaded resolute rigid set in stone solid as a rock steadfast stiff-necked stubborn unflappable usual

Antonyms

STRONG

changeable indefinite irresolute undecided unsettled variable wavering weak yielding

Example Sentences

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Even Japan, well off the world's elite currently, scored two, unlocking an apparently well-set England defence with alarming ease.

From BBC • Nov. 26, 2024

I call this the mid-90s Marfa syndrome, where we have decided that a dinner party is a well-set table and sconces, and you have octopus arms, and you can do a zillion things at once.

From Salon • Apr. 20, 2023

Good food and a well-set table and atmosphere also help convey this, but it’s the welcome feeling from you that matters most.

From Seattle Times • May 31, 2021

A well-set quiz will not cater exclusively to any inborn prowess.

From The Guardian • Jan. 28, 2020

He was a tall, spare man, dressing habitually in solemn black and a huge white choker, his face being clean shaven and showing the firmness of his chin and his square, well-set jaws.

From The Hilltop Boys A Story of School Life by Burleigh, Cyril

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