Definitions for kindness
ˈkaɪnd nɪskind·ness

Princeton's WordNet(3.15 / 7 votes)Rate this definition:

1. kindness(noun)

   the quality of being warmhearted and considerate and humane and sympathetic

2. forgivingness, kindness(noun)

   tendency to be kind and forgiving

3. kindness, benignity(noun)

   a kind act

Wiktionary(3.25 / 8 votes)Rate this definition:

1. kindness(Noun)

   The state of being kind.

2. kindness(Noun)

   An instance of kind or charitable behaviour.

Webster Dictionary(3.00 / 2 votes)Rate this definition:

1. Kindness(adj)

   the state or quality of being kind, in any of its various senses; manifestation of kind feeling or disposition beneficence

2. Kindness(adj)

   a kind act; an act of good will; as, to do a great kindness

Freebase(3.75 / 8 votes)Rate this definition:

1. Kindness

   Kindness is the act or the state of being kind, being marked by good and charitable behavior, pleasant disposition, and concern for others. It is known as a virtue, and recognized as a value in many cultures and religions. Research has shown that acts of kindness does not only benefit receivers of the kind act, but also the giver, as a result of the release of neurotransmitters responsible for feelings of contentment and relaxation when such acts are committed.

Editors Contribution(4.50 / 2 votes)Rate this definition:

1. kindness

   The quality of being kind.

   The kindness shown was so beautiful and made our hearts feel such love towards each other.

   Submitted by MaryC on March 17, 2020  

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1. kindness

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How to pronounce kindness?

1. 

   Alex

   US English

   

   Daniel

   British

   

   Karen

   Australian

   

   Veena

   Indian

How to say kindness in sign language?

Numerology

1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of kindness in Chaldean Numerology is: 1

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of kindness in Pythagorean Numerology is: 5

Examples of kindness in a Sentence

1. Matshona Dhliwayo:

   Kindness is the best seed to plant if you want to grow love.

2. Jayme Closs:

   I really want to thank everyone for all the kindness and concern that people all over the country have shown me, i am very happy to be home and getting back to the activities that I enjoy. I love hanging out with all of my friends, and I feel stronger every day ! In May, Jayme Closs was honored as a.

3. Mao Zedong:

   Kindness in words creates confidence. Kindness in thinking creates profoundness. Kindness in giving creates love.

4. Debasish Mridha, M.D.:

   A little caring, a little love, and a little kindness can give you joy and bring enduring happiness.

5. Seneca the Younger:

   Wherever there is a human being there is an opportunity for kindness

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