kind

1 of 2

noun

ˈkīnd

: a group united by common traits or interests : category

: a specific or recognized variety

what kind of car do you drive

: a doubtful or barely admissible member of a category

a kind of gray

: fundamental nature or quality : essence

a difference in degree but not in kind

: goods or commodities as distinguished from money

payment in kind

: the equivalent of what has been offered or received

promised to return the favor in kind

archaic : nature

archaic : family, lineage

archaic : manner

kind

2 of 2

adjective

: of a sympathetic or helpful nature

was helped by a kind neighbor

They were very kind to us.

: of a forbearing nature : gentle

kind treatment of animals

: arising from or characterized by sympathy or forbearance

a kind act

a kind smile

: of a kind to give pleasure or relief

cooled by a kind breeze

chiefly dialectal : affectionate, loving

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

单词	all kinds of
释义	kind 1 of 2 noun ˈkīnd 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 See all Synonyms & Antonyms 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 Phrases Containing kind be kind enough five of a kind nothing of the kind kind of in-kind some kind/sort/type of one's kind of two of a kind one of a kind four of a kind something/anything of the kind be so kind of one kind/sort/type or another three of a kind anything of the kind See More be kind enough five of a kind nothing of the kind kind of in-kind some kind/sort/type of one's kind of two of a kind one of a kind four of a kind something/anything of the kind be so kind of one kind/sort/type or another three of a kind anything of the kind See More Kids Definition kind 1 of 2 noun ˈkīnd : 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 all kinds of phrase 1 as in many being of a large but indefinite number All kinds of people show up for the annual parade. Synonyms & Similar Words Relevance many numerous multiple some several countless multitudinous multiplex quite a few legion various beaucoup innumerable multifold numberless myriad unnumbered uncountable untold miscellaneous sundry multifarious manifold mixed divers Antonyms & Near Antonyms few limited countable 2 as in plenty being more than enough without being excessive We have all kinds of time to get the project done. Synonyms & Similar Words plenty ample plentiful generous enough sufficient abundant bountiful adequate aplenty comfortable extra liberal thick on the ground bounteous plenteous rich galore cornucopian surplus wealthy rife replete supernumerary teeming fat abounding fruitful copious prodigal blooming fulsome prolific lavish fecund overflowing profuse fertile plump luxuriant Antonyms & Near Antonyms minimal insufficient lacking least inadequate wanting bare spare meager minimum small scant deficient light slight meagre stingy barren sterile skimpy niggardly unproductive unfruitful infertile See More
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