Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
well-played
phrase
/ˌwɛlˈpleɪd/
Definition
A phrase used to express approval or admiration for someone’s action or performance.
Examples
- “After that impressive move, everyone in the audience shouted, ‘Well-played!’
- “She made a brilliant comeback in the debate, and the opposing team had to admit it was well-played.”
- “His strategic decision in the chess game was well-played, leading him to victory.”
Meaning
Used to acknowledge that someone has done something skillfully or impressively, often in a game or competition context.
Synonyms
- nicely done
- well executed
- skillfully done
