well meant or otherwise

[jasonlulu_2000]

No-one was bothered that Ismail was a Malay Muslim and we were Indian Hindus – we just accepted our differences. Perhaps, the elders of our time had not filled our heads with unnecessary advice, well meant or otherwise.

What does "well-meant or otherwise" mean?


Thanks

 

[bhaisahab]

No-one was bothered that Ismail was a Malay Muslim and we were Indian Hindus – we just accepted our differences. Perhaps, the elders of our time had not filled our heads with unnecessary advice, well meant or otherwise.

What does "well-meant or otherwise" mean?


Thanks

Look up "well-meant" and "otherwise" in a dictionary. If you still have problems understanding, come back and ask again.