1
as in service
an act of kind assistance
what a kindness to allow us to use your car for the funeral
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in sympathy
the capacity for feeling for another's unhappiness or misfortune
out of the kindness of your heart, would you at least consider adopting this stray cat?
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
3
as in tenderness
sympathetic concern for the well-being of others
with touching kindness, the couple offered the stranded tourists a place to stay for the night
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of kindness
Creating a positive workplace culture starts with leaders who prioritize kindness and empathy.
—
Cheryl Robinson, Forbes, 1 Mar. 2025
Green flags are kindness—the person has to be kind.
—Daisy Jones, Vogue, 1 Mar. 2025
Through pretend play, cooperative games, or storytelling, kids can explore different perspectives and practice kindness.
—Alana Bracken, Parents, 28 Feb. 2025
Opposite Tom Hanks, Rylance emits an icy intensity but also a kindness as his character waits for whatever fate chooses for him.
—Brian Truitt, USA TODAY, 28 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for kindness
Cheryl Robinson, Forbes, 1 Mar. 2025
Green flags are kindness—the person has to be kind.
—Daisy Jones, Vogue, 1 Mar. 2025
Through pretend play, cooperative games, or storytelling, kids can explore different perspectives and practice kindness.
—Alana Bracken, Parents, 28 Feb. 2025
Opposite Tom Hanks, Rylance emits an icy intensity but also a kindness as his character waits for whatever fate chooses for him.
—Brian Truitt, USA TODAY, 28 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for kindness
Recent Examples of Synonyms for kindness
Noun
-
Here’s a cost effective service that should survive.—
Kelly Phillips Erb,
Forbes,
8 Mar. 2025
-
Without action, more communities will continue to lose access to essential health care services.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
8 Mar. 2025
Noun
-
But the comments section had less sympathy for the irate woman and determined the poster was not in the wrong.—
Moná Thomas,
People.com,
12 Mar. 2025
-
Matt starts garnering sympathy for Hector in the courtroom.—
Faisal Kutty,
Newsweek,
12 Mar. 2025
Noun
-
According to Omaha Steaks, the cut comes from the short loin of a cow and is prized for its balance of tenderness and flavor.—
Stephanie Gravalese,
Forbes,
17 Mar. 2025
-
On one of her bare shoulders, a thumb-size bruise, which Cassidy sees with something like satisfaction, though also tenderness.—
Joyce Carol Oates,
The New Yorker,
16 Mar. 2025
Noun
-
Then came Amazon, Theranos, and costly bets Walgreens, once a pharmacy chain juggernaut, has fallen from grace.—
Francisco Velasquez,
Quartz,
9 Mar. 2025
-
At 28 years and nine months old, the former New York Yankees outfielder who struck out to end the 2024 World Series is the youngest free agent still without a team — a puzzling fall from grace for a six-year veteran who is 2019 was the Los Angeles Dodgers No. 1 prospect.—
William Lambers,
Newsweek,
8 Mar. 2025
Noun
-
And this week, Gordon added the Ed Block Courage Award to his resume, recognized by teammates for his courage, compassion, commitment and community service.—
Dan Wiederer,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Mar. 2025
-
As recent entries in the subgenre have proven, there’s plenty of compassion to be squeezed from the slasher genre as well.—
Richard Newby,
The Hollywood Reporter,
14 Mar. 2025
Noun
-
Simpson, who was known for bridging partisan divides with his quick wit, was remembered for his generosity.—
Amanda Castro,
Newsweek,
14 Mar. 2025
-
Still, no one wants to have their generosity assumed.—
R. Eric Thomas,
The Mercury News,
10 Mar. 2025
Noun
-
In the process, water becomes a commodity subject to the mercies of the global marketplace, rather than a basic human right.—
Christopher Vourlias,
Variety,
12 Mar. 2025
-
Despite a string of what most would see as good news for the cryptocurrency market – such as Trump's strategic reserve, more interest from large investing firms and signs of looser regulation – bitcoin remains at the mercy of uncertainty in the overall market, analysts said.—
Medora Lee,
USA TODAY,
10 Mar. 2025
Noun
-
Increasing your water intake can benefit overall health, including the health of your kidneys, brain, and heart.—
Jillian Kubala,
Health,
18 Mar. 2025
-
She often is drawn to these boundary-defying health stories and has covered the brain-body connection in functional neurological disorders, heart conditions and even cancers.—
Allison Parshall,
Scientific American,
18 Mar. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Kindness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/kindness. Accessed 22 Mar. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share