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单词 kinds
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kind

1 of 2

noun

ˈkīnd How to pronounce kind (audio)
1
a
: a group united by common traits or interests : category
b
: a specific or recognized variety
what kind of car do you drive
c
: a doubtful or barely admissible member of a category
a kind of gray
2
: fundamental nature or quality : essence
a difference in degree but not in kind
3
a
: goods or commodities as distinguished from money
payment in kind
b
: the equivalent of what has been offered or received
promised to return the favor in kind
4
a
archaic : nature
b
archaic : family, lineage
5
archaic : manner

kind

2 of 2

adjective

1
a
: of a sympathetic or helpful nature
was helped by a kind neighbor
They were very kind to us.
b
: of a forbearing nature : gentle
kind treatment of animals
c
: arising from or characterized by sympathy or forbearance
a kind act
a kind smile
2
: of a kind to give pleasure or relief
cooled by a kind breeze
3
chiefly dialectal : affectionate, loving
Phrases
all kinds of
1
: many
likes all kinds of sports
2
: plenty of
has all kinds of time

Synonyms

Noun

  • breed
  • class
  • description
  • feather
  • genre
  • ilk
  • kidney
  • like
  • manner
  • nature
  • order
  • sort
  • species
  • strain
  • stripe
  • type
  • variety

Adjective

  • attentive
  • considerate
  • solicitous
  • thoughtful
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Example Sentences

Noun hawks and other birds of that kind In this city, you'll find many kinds of people. I like to try different kinds of food. She described the color as a kind of red. I think he's an accountant, financial adviser, or something of that kind. Adjective A kind old woman took the cat in and nursed it back to health. It was very kind of you to show me the way. Thank you for your kind words. See More
Recent Examples on the Web
Noun
No disruptions of any kind, inside or outside the theaters, were reported. Thomas Doherty, The Hollywood Reporter, 13 Sep. 2022 The other competitor now in the Colts locker room is still looking for his first field goal of any kind in the NFL. The Indianapolis Star, 13 Sep. 2022 Use extreme caution and outdoor burning of any kind is not recommend at this time. oregonlive, 8 Sep. 2022 The evidence for prehistoric amputations, or surgeries of any kind, is relatively scarce. Brian Handwerk, Smithsonian Magazine, 7 Sep. 2022 No employers could require vaccinations of any kind. Mollie Simon, ProPublica, 7 Sep. 2022 But from the perspective of a group of players who have never had bargaining rights of any kind, that question will likely be a welcome one. Chelsea Janes, BostonGlobe.com, 6 Sep. 2022 Talk of storms — rain of any kind, really — might seem out of place right now, during a weekend when temperatures are forecast to hover near 100 degrees and, in many areas, dry landscapes appear to crunch underfoot. San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 Sep. 2022 For a donation of any kind or to arrange for pick up contact: Christian by call or text at either 917-664-3964 or 631-681-2414 or via email at either sboudreau2288@gmail.com or arrie.boudreau@gmail.com. Pam Mcloughlin, Hartford Courant, 31 Aug. 2022
Adjective
Twitter was awash with responses both kind and snarky. Raven Smith, Vogue, 14 Sep. 2022 Friends of Dulmage and community members have also spoken out about the 56-year-old farmer, who was known for his kind and gentle demeanor. Corin Cesaric, Peoplemag, 14 Sep. 2022 Stop discussing the relationship, and try to notice when your daughter is kind and attentive to her children. Meghan Leahy, Washington Post, 31 Aug. 2022 But once upon a time in Southern California, there was a kind and mellow month named September, which like its sister month, June, was known for its gentle disposition. Jeanette Marantos, Los Angeles Times, 31 Aug. 2022 Lysander is on the spectrum, a man who is seen as cold or calculating by outsiders but whose heart is kind and fiercely loyal. Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 30 Aug. 2022 Jason Jenkins was an icon in the Miami community, and above all a kind and incredible family man. Safid Deen, USA TODAY, 28 Aug. 2022 Said has lived in the area for four months and described Jamila as kind and warm-hearted. oregonlive, 27 Aug. 2022 The simple act of being kind and empathetic toward people is the first step. Anthony Silard, Fortune, 25 Aug. 2022 See More

Word History

Etymology

Noun and Adjective

Middle English kinde, from Old English cynd; akin to Old English cynn kin

First Known Use

Noun

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 4a

Adjective

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 3

Kids Definition

kind 1 of 2

noun

ˈkīnd How to pronounce kind (audio)
: a group of persons or things that belong together or have something in common
All kinds of people came.
What kind of car does she drive?

kind

2 of 2

adjective

kinder; kindest
1
: wanting or liking to do good and to bring happiness to others : considerate
a kind woman
2
: showing or growing out of gentleness or goodness of heart
a kind act

Legal Definition

kind

noun

1
: a particular type, category, or class
properties of like kind
see also like-kind exchange
2
a
: an unconverted form
a partition of property in kind
broadly : a form other than money
forbid a bribe in cash or in kind
see also in-kind
b
: the equivalent in value
repay a loan in kind

kinds

noun

plural of kind
1
as in types
a number of persons or things that are grouped together because they have something in common I like that kind of candy

Synonyms & Similar Words

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  • types
  • sorts
  • genres
  • varieties
  • stripes
  • breeds
  • natures
  • descriptions
  • species
  • manners
  • classes
  • likes
  • strains
  • categories
  • kidneys
  • feathers
  • persuasions
  • ilks
  • models
  • orders
  • samples
  • groups
  • specimens
  • groupings
  • families
  • ranks
  • brackets
  • sets
  • lots
  • suites
  • grades
  • divisions
  • bunches
2
as in categories
one of the units into which a whole is divided on the basis of a common characteristic we looked at just about every kind of flooring before deciding which to use in the kitchen

Synonyms & Similar Words

  • types
  • categories
  • sorts
  • groups
  • varieties
  • classes
  • tiers
  • classifications
  • ranks
  • species
  • families
  • sections
  • genera
  • breeds
  • sets
  • brackets
  • generations
  • grades
  • genuses
  • divisions
  • leagues
  • orders
  • descriptions
  • rubrics
  • manners
  • subgroups
  • specialties
  • subdivisions
  • likes
  • races
  • kidneys
  • feathers
  • natures
  • branches
  • specialities
  • ilks
  • subclasses
  • labels
  • headings
  • titles
  • subspecieses
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