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kind·ly K0064800 (kīnd′lē)adj. kind·li·er, kind·li·est 1. Of a sympathetic, helpful, or benevolent nature: a kindly interest; a gentle, kindly soul. See Synonyms at kind1.2. Agreeable; pleasant: a kindly breeze.3. a. Archaic Of or relating to a status derived by legal descent from an ancestor.b. Obsolete Natural to its kind.adv.1. Out of kindness: She kindly overlooked their mistake.2. In a kind manner: He spoke kindly to us.3. Pleasantly; agreeably: The sun shone kindly.4. In an accommodating manner: Would you kindly fill in your name and address?5. Obsolete In a way or course that is natural; fittingly.kindly (ˈkaɪndlɪ) adj, -lier or -liest1. having a sympathetic or warm-hearted nature2. motivated by warm and sympathetic feelings: a kindly act. 3. pleasant, mild, or agreeable: a kindly climate. 4. archaic natural; normaladv5. in a considerate or humane way6. with tolerance or forbearance: he kindly forgave my rudeness. 7. cordially; pleasantly: he greeted us kindly. 8. please (often used to express impatience or formality): will you kindly behave yourself!. 9. archaic in accordance with nature; appropriately10. not take kindly to to react unfavourably towards ˈkindliness nkind•ly (ˈkaɪnd li)
adj. -li•er, -li•est,
adv. adj. 1. having, showing, or proceeding from a kind disposition: kindly people. 2. gentle or mild. 3. pleasant or beneficial. adv. 4. in a kind manner. 5. cordially or heartily: We thank you kindly. 6. obligingly; please: Kindly close the door. 7. favorably: to take kindly to an idea. [before 900] kindlyKindly can be an adverb or an adjective. 1. used as an adverbIf you do something kindly, you do it in a kind way. Priscilla played with Edal kindly and patiently.She smiled very kindly.You can use kindly to show that you are grateful to someone. They kindly contributed to our funds.Manfred and Mrs Mount are very kindly taking me back.Some people use kindly when they are asking someone to do something in an annoyed way. This is a rather old-fashioned use. Kindly stand back a minute, please.2. 'take kindly'If you do not take kindly to something, you are very unwilling to accept it. He doesn't take too kindly to discipline.It is hard to imagine her taking kindly to too much interference.3. used as an adjectiveKindly is sometimes an adjective with the same meaning as 'kind'. This is a rather old-fashioned use. They are kindly people.He had been given shelter by a kindly villager.Thesaurus| Adj. | 1. | kindly - showing or motivated by sympathy and understanding and generosity; "was charitable in his opinions of others"; "kindly criticism"; "a kindly act"; "sympathetic words"; "a large-hearted mentor"good-hearted, large-hearted, openhearted, benevolent, charitable, sympathetickind - having or showing a tender and considerate and helpful nature; used especially of persons and their behavior; "kind to sick patients"; "a kind master"; "kind words showing understanding and sympathy"; "thanked her for her kind letter" | | 2. | kindly - pleasant and agreeable; "a kindly climate"; "kindly breeze"benignant, benign - pleasant and beneficial in nature or influence; "a benign smile"; "the benign sky"; "the benign influence of pure air" | | Adv. | 1. | kindly - in a kind manner or out of kindness; "He spoke kindly to the boy"; "she kindly overlooked the mistake"unkindly - in an unkind manner or with unkindness; "The teacher treats the children unkindly" |
kindlyadjective1. benevolent, kind, caring, nice, warm, gentle, helpful, pleasant, mild, sympathetic, beneficial, polite, favourable, benign, humane, compassionate, hearty, cordial, considerate, genial, affable, good-natured, beneficent, well-disposed, kind-hearted, warm-hearted He was a stern critic but an extremely kindly man.
benevolent mean, severe, harsh, cruel, malicious, unkindly, unsympathetic, malevolent, spitefuladverb1. benevolently, politely, generously, thoughtfully, tenderly, lovingly, cordially, affectionately, helpfully, graciously, obligingly, agreeably, indulgently, selflessly, unselfishly, compassionately, considerately He kindly carried our picnic in a rucksack.
benevolently meanly, harshly, cruelly, unkindly, maliciously, malevolently, spitefully, unsympathetically2. (Formal) please, pray, if you don't mind, if you please, if you'd be so kind Will you kindly do as you are told?look kindly on or upon something or someone help, back, second, support, aid, forward, champion, encourage, defend, promote, take (someone's) part, strengthen, assist, advocate, uphold, side with, go along with, stand up for, espouse, stand behind, hold (someone's) hand, stick up for (informal), succour, buoy up, boost (someone's) morale, take up the cudgels for, be a source of strength to The committee will look kindly on requests to replace injured players.not take kindly to something or someone dislike, object to, resent, take exception to, be offended by, be angry about, be bitter about, take offence at, harbour a grudge against, take as an insult, be in a huff about, take amiss, be pissed (off) about (taboo slang), have hard feelings about She did not take kindly to being offered advice on her social life.kindlyadjectiveCharacterized by kindness and concern for others:altruistic, beneficent, benevolent, benign, benignant, good, goodhearted, kind, kindhearted.Translationskind2 (kaind) adjective ready or anxious to do good to others; friendly. He's such a kind man; It was very kind of you to look after the children yesterday. 和藹的，親切的 和蔼的，亲切的 ˈkindly adverb1. in a kind manner. She kindly lent me a handkerchief. 好意地 友好地2. please. Would you kindly stop talking! 請 请 adjective having or showing a gentle and friendly nature. a kindly smile; a kindly old lady. 親切的 亲切地，仁慈的 ˈkindliness noun 親切 亲切，仁慈 ˈkindness noun the quality of being kind. I'll never forget her kindness; Thank you for all your kindness. 親切，好意 亲切，仁慈，好意 ˌkind-ˈhearted adjective having or showing kindness. She is too kind-hearted to hurt an animal. 好心的 好心的kindly
not take kindly to (something)To be unreceptive to, displeased by, or unwilling to accept a particular thing, behavior, or activity. Be careful—I hear they don't take kindly to strangers in that town. John just doesn't take kindly to criticism, which is why no one tells him what they really think.See also: kindly, not, taketake kindly to (something)To be receptive to, pleased by, or willing to accept a particular behavior or activity. (Usually used in negative constructions.) John just doesn't take kindly to criticism, which is why no one tells him what they really think. I'd take more kindly to your request if you didn't have such a nasty tone when you said it.See also: kindly, takelook kindly on (someone or something)To be receptive to, approving of, pleased by someone or something, or to show favor to someone or something. The community has so far looked kindly on the government's development plan for the area. Following the coup, the newly instated dictator did not look kindly on those who previously opposed him.See also: kindly, look, onlook kindly upon (someone or something)To be receptive to, approving of, pleased by someone or something, or to show favor to someone or something. The community has so far looked kindly upon the government's development plan for the area. Following the coup, the newly instated dictator did not look kindly upon those who previously opposed him.See also: kindly, look, uponthanks kindlyA very polite and friendly expression of gratitude to someone (for something). A: "Here are the documents you asked for, Mr. Lubbock." B: "Thanks kindly, Sarah." A: "That's a really nice dress, Mrs. Marshal." B: "Aw, that's so sweet—thanks kindly, Billy!"See also: kindly, thanksthank you kindlyA very polite and friendly expression of gratitude to someone (for something). A: "Here are the documents you asked for, Mr. Lubbock." B: "Thank you kindly, Sarah." A: "That's a really nice dress, Mrs. Marshal." B: "Aw, that's so sweet. Thank you kindly, Billy!"See also: kindly, thanktake kindly to somethingto be agreeable to something. My father doesn't take kindly to anyone using his tools. I hope they'll take kindly to our request.See also: kindly, takeThank you kindly.Thank you very much. Tom: May I give you a lift? Jane: Why, yes. Thank you kindly. Mary: That's a nice suit, and you wear it well. Charlie: Thankyou kindly, ma'am.See also: kindly, thanktake kindly toBe receptive to, attracted by, or pleased with, as in He'll take kindly to the criticism if it's constructive, or Henry won't take kindly to your stepping on his newly planted grass. This idiom uses kindly in the sense of "in a pleasant or agreeable manner." [c. 1800] See also: kindly, takelook ˈkindly on/upon somebody/something (formal) approve of somebody/something: He hoped they would look kindly on his request.See also: kindly, look, on, somebody, something, uponnot take ˈkindly to somebody/something find it difficult to accept somebody/something: I don’t take kindly to criticism from him. ♢ She didn’t take kindly to my suggestion.See also: kindly, not, somebody, something, take take kindly to1. To be receptive to: take kindly to constructive criticism.2. To be naturally attracted or fitted to; thrive on.See also: kindly, takekindly
Synonyms for kindlyadj characterized by kindness and concern for othersSynonyms- altruistic
- beneficent
- benevolent
- benign
- benignant
- good
- goodhearted
- kind
- kindhearted
Synonyms for kindlyadj showing or motivated by sympathy and understanding and generositySynonyms- good-hearted
- large-hearted
- openhearted
- benevolent
- charitable
- sympathetic
Related Wordsadj pleasant and agreeableRelated Wordsadv in a kind manner or out of kindnessAntonyms |