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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But Obama said that while travelling around the US, he found himself meeting people who "still believe in decency, courtesy, kindness".

From BBC

Parents often try to teach their children to share, show kindness, and think about the needs of others.

From Science Daily

"It's focused on treating children with respect and kindness and not punishing them in ways that make them feel excessively bad."

From BBC

It was "surprise gifts, thoughtful gestures and the kindness of a cup of tea in bed".

From BBC

"His actions were depraved and devious and go against the kindness and care our dedicated professionals provide to children each day."

From BBC