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kind1

 
pronunciation:
kaInd
part of speech: adjective
inflections: kinder, kindest
definition 1: helpful; friendly; good.
You were so kind to help that old woman down the stairs.
synonyms:
decent, gentle, good, good-hearted
antonyms:
harsh, malicious, mean, nasty, unkind
similar words:
considerate, friendly, good-natured, gracious, helpful, mild, nice, obliging
definition 2: showing understanding or sympathy.
Your kind words made him feel better.
synonyms:
sympathetic
antonyms:
callous, inconsiderate, sharp, unkind
similar words:
considerate, good, thoughtful, understanding