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Definitions

kindness

[kahynd-nis] / ˈkaɪnd nɪs /
NOUN
compassion, generosity
Synonyms
STRONGEST
affection altruism benevolence cordiality courtesy decency forbearance gentleness good will goodness grace graciousness hospitality humanity patience solicitude sweetness sympathy tenderness tolerance understanding unselfishness
STRONG
amiability beneficence charity clemency consideration delicacy heart helpfulness indulgence kindliness magnanimity mildness philanthropy serviceability solicitousness tact thoughtfulness
WEAK
fellow feeling good intention
Antonyms
STRONGEST
animosity hatred hostility ill will indecency indifference intolerance meanness mercilessness selfishness
STRONG
thoughtlessness
WEAK
barbarousness cruelty harshness
NOUN
helping act; service
Synonyms
STRONGEST
benevolence generosity mercy
STRONG
accommodation aid alms assistance benediction benefaction benison blessing boon boost bounty charity dispensation favor help indulgence lift philanthropy relief succor
WEAK
good deed good turn
Antonyms
STRONGEST
meanness selfishness
STRONG
blockage disadvantage disapproval harm hindrance hurt ill will injury obstruction stop
WEAK
barbarousness cruelty harshness

Example Sentences

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Are we still deserving of kindness when someone knows our darkest, most cruel impulses?

From Salon • Apr. 3, 2026

Using the budget of a one-way airfare, teams travel thousands of miles, working local jobs and relying on the kindness of strangers to reach checkpoints and ultimately win a cash prize.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

She said she is "grateful for the kindness" shown by the volunteers at the hub.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

Through his work, discipline, and kindness, he inspired millions around the world and left a lasting impact on so many lives.”

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 20, 2026

And if it really was Mami Wata, then I was glad to have repaid in some small measure the kindness she had shown to generations of my family.

From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.