Synonyms for

Kinda

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

Definition

Kinda is a short form of the word kind of which means somewhat or to some extent.

Synonyms & similar words

kindof rather sortof rather quite fairly partially slightly moderately pretty

Synonyms by register

Formal

somewhat rather partially to some extent

Informal

sorta kind of a bit like

Literary

perchance as it were

Antonyms

completely exactly precisely definitely certainly absolutely

Common collocations

  • kinda like
  • kinda funny
  • kinda weird
  • kinda hard
  • kinda busy
  • kinda tired
  • kinda sorta

Word family

adverb kinda

Usage note

"Kinda" is a very informal contraction of "kind of." It should be avoided in formal writing and speech. Its use can sometimes imply uncertainty or vagueness.

Example sentences

  1. Im kinda hungry.
  2. I kinda like playing video games.
  3. Hes kinda tall for his age.
  4. Im feeling kinda tired today.
  5. That movie was kinda boring.

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