kindness

CEFRB1

/ˈkaɪnd.nəs/

noun

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In plain English

  1. 01

    noun

    The quality of being caring, helpful, and considerate toward others.

  2. 02

    noun

    Extra detail

    An instance of kind or charitable behaviour.

Examples

  • I would like to repay your kindness in the near future.

  • Kyoko had the kindness to carry my baggage for me.

At a glance

Sits at B1 on the CEFR scale

Senses
3
Parts of speech
1
Citations
2

Deep Dive

noun

Extra meaning

  1. The state of being kind.

More examples

In context

  • How can I thank you for your many kindnesses?

  • Jamie's kindness is legendary, so much that people have taken advantage of her.

  • Do me a kindness and leave.

Quick test

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She showed great blank by helping the old woman cross the street.

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Origin

noun

From Middle English kyndenesse, equivalent to kind + -ness.