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Definition kind in American English

kind adjective

adjective
/kaɪnd/
1

behaving in a way that shows you care about other people and want to help them

Example

Thank you, Mark, you've been very kind.

Example

She was very kind to me when the children were sick.

Example

It was kind of you to help them.

Synonyms and related words
gentle nice sensitive helpful friendly kind
1.1

used about someone's appearance

Example

She had a gentle kind face.

Synonyms and related words
gentle nice sensitive
1.2

used about things that someone says or does, especially when you are thanking them

Example

Thank you for your kind words.

Example

We are grateful for your kind offer.

Synonyms and related words
gentle nice sensitive
2

not causing harm or damage

Example

Fate has been kind to me.

Synonyms and related words
safe harmless secure
Definition kind in American English