Having a base, nasty, petty, or malevolent disposition.

Alternative spelling of mean-spirited

(statistics, probability) The measure of central tendency of a set of values computed by dividing the sum of the values by their number; commonly called the mean or the average.

(mathematics) A measure of central tendency of a set of n values computed by extracting the nth root of the product of the values.

With good intentions, often used to reflect positively on a negative outcome or situation.

To subject a person to a means test, or to require a means test in order to receive a benefit

To apply a means test to an individual or group.

(mathematics) A type of average calculated as the arithmetic mean of the squares of the values divided by the arithmetic mean of the values, ie. C=(x_1²+x_2²+...+x_n²)/n/(x_1+x_2+...+x_n)/norC(x_1,x_2,...,x_n)=x_1²+x_2²+...+x_n²/x_1+x_2+...+x_n

Subject to a means test.

simple past tense and past participle of means-test