Synonyms for

Kinder

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

Definition

A German term meaning 'child'.

Synonyms & similar words

genial kind unkind tolerant child kid offspring youngster toddler infant juvenile minor baby bairn tot youth teen adolescent teenager sprout youngling

Synonyms by register

Formal

benevolent compassionate sympathetic considerate

Informal

nicer sweeter more caring more thoughtful

Literary

gentler more tender

Antonyms

crueler meaner harsher nastier unkinder more severe

Common collocations

  • kinder to
  • kinder than
  • much kinder
  • a lot kinder
  • even kinder
  • kinder to animals
  • kinder to people

Word family

adjective kind
adverb kindly

Usage note

"Kinder" is the comparative form of the adjective "kind". It is used to compare two people or things in terms of their kindness.

Example sentences

  1. The kinder enjoyed playing with their toys.
  2. I have two kinder, a boy and a girl.
  3. The kinder were noisy but cute.
  4. The kinder were learning about shapes and colors.
  5. The kinder were laughing and having fun.

Quotes

  • 'I believe that children are our future. Teach them well and let them lead the way.' - Whitney Houston
  • 'Children have neither past nor future; they enjoy the present, which very few of us do.' - Jean de la Bruyere
  • 'Children are the world's most valuable resource and its best hope for the future.' - John F. Kennedy

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