well-meant (adjective)

1. In the well-meant attempt to create a utopian society, the scientists accidentally triggered a catastrophic event that destroyed the entire planet.

2. Simon planned a surprise candlelight dinner for his girlfriend, but the well-meant gesture ended in disaster when he accidentally set the curtains on fire.

3. In the well-meant effort to catch a butterfly, the little girl accidentally knocked over a table full of dishes, causing a huge mess.

4. The well-meant gift of a live chicken to the priest for a sacrificial ritual resulted in chaos when it escaped and caused havoc in the church.