English dictionary
kind
/k/aI/nd/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
adjective
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having or showing a tender and considerate and helpful nature; used especially of persons and their behavior
ExamplesKind to sick patients.
A kind master.
Kind words showing understanding and sympathy.
Thanked her for her kind letter.
Antonyms unkindSource: WordNet 3.0
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Characteristic of the species; belonging to one's nature; natural; native.
Source: webster1913
noun
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a category of things distinguished by some common characteristic or quality
ExamplesWhat kinds of desserts are there?
Source: WordNet 3.0
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Nature; natural instinct or disposition.
Source: webster1913
adjective satellite
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agreeable, conducive to comfort
ExamplesA dry climate kind to asthmatics.
Hot summer pavements are anything but kind to the feet.
Synonyms genialSource: WordNet 3.0
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tolerant and forgiving under provocation
ExamplesOur neighbor was very kind about the window our son broke.
Synonyms tolerantSource: WordNet 3.0
verb
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To beget.
Source: webster1913