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kindness
noun kind·ness \ˈkīn(d)-nəs\
: the quality or state of being kind
: a kind act
Full Definition of KINDNESS
1
: a kind deed : favor
2
a : the quality or state of being kind b archaic : affection
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First Known Use of KINDNESS
13th century
Related to KINDNESS
- Synonyms
- benevolence, boon, courtesy, grace, indulgence, favor, mercy, service, turn
Rhymes with KINDNESS
KINDNESS Defined for Kids
kindness
noun kind·ness \ˈkīnd-nəs\
Definition of KINDNESS for Kids
1
: the quality or state of being gentle and considerate <She helped them out of kindness.>
2
: a kind deed : favor <You'd be doing me a great kindness by staying.>
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