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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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In that light, his tip wasn’t a kindness but a form of mockery: the billionaire Trump rubbing everyone’s noses in how vast the gulf is between them.

From Salon • Apr. 17, 2026

“I received so many letters, so much kindness to me and my whole family. We feel it. We feel your prayers. So thank you so much.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2026

Ordinary Iranians have "an amazing culture of graceful kindness and absolute generosity", she said.

From BBC • Mar. 26, 2026

It was Holm's kindness and vulnerability that they fear Cooper preyed on.

From BBC • Mar. 22, 2026

In a surprising gesture of kindness, he pats me on the shoulder before grabbing a drink from the fridge and retreating back into the basement.

From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller

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