kindliness

The word “kindliness” has 3 syllables: kind-li-ness

It's pronounced as /ˈkaɪndlɪnəs/


What is synonym and antonym for kindliness?

In the thesaurus, “kindliness” has 14 synonyms and 25 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for kindliness along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for kindliness

  • amity
  • benevolence
  • compassion
  • cordiality
  • friendliness
  • friendship
  • generosity
  • good-fellowship
  • goodwill
  • heart
  • kindness
  • neighborliness
  • sympathy
  • tenderness

Antonyms for kindliness

  • antagonism
  • barbarity
  • bestiality
  • brutality
  • brutishness
  • callousness
  • coldness
  • cruelty
  • disinterest
  • enmity
  • hatred
  • heartlessness
  • hostility
  • ill will
  • indifference
  • inhumanity
  • intolerance
  • malevolence
  • malice
  • ruthlessness
  • savageness
  • savagery
  • unconcern
  • unkindness
  • venom

Meanings of kindliness

  • noun
    1. The state of feeling kindly towards someone or something, or the actions inspired thereby.
    2. Favourableness; mildness.
    3. Naturalness.

Example Sentences

  • Her kindliness towards others made her beloved in the community.
  • The kindliness of his actions reflected his true character.
  • She showed great kindliness by helping those in need without expecting anything in return.
  • His kindliness toward animals was evident in the way he cared for them.
  • The kindliness of the strangers was a welcome relief during their journey.

On this page you'll find 39 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to kindliness, such as: amity, antagonism, barbarity, benevolence, bestiality, brutality, brutishness.

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