Synonyms for

Kind

Verb / kaɪnd / Another word for kind — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

having or showing a gentle nature and a desire to help others; of a good or benevolent nature or disposition

Synonyms & similar words

unkind sort variety tolerant form genial nice compassionate generous thoughtful considerate sympathetic empathetic friendly helpful beneficent benevolent charitable gracious humane merciful philanthropic selfless sweet tolerant warm

Synonyms by register

Formal

benevolent compassionate considerate generous

Informal

nice sweet friendly good-hearted

Literary

gentle tender beneign

Antonyms

unkind cruel mean harsh malicious spiteful nasty

Common collocations

  • kind to
  • kind of
  • kind heart
  • kind gesture
  • kind words
  • kind soul
  • kind and gentle

Word family

noun kindness
adjective kind
adverb kindly

Usage note

The phrase 'kind of' is often used informally as a hedge or to express approximation. Be mindful of its casual nature in formal writing.

Example sentences

  1. The teacher was kind to all her students.
  2. My mom is always kind to animals.
  3. It's important to be kind to others.
  4. The kind man gave his umbrella to the stranger in the rain.
  5. She showed a lot of kind gestures towards her friend who was going through a tough time.

Quotes

  • A single act of kindness throws out roots in all directions, and the roots spring up and make new trees.
  • No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted.
  • Kind words can be short and easy to speak, but their echoes are truly endless.

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