kind — having or showing a friendly, generous, or considerate nature
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: having or showing a friendly, generous, or considerate nature
Pronunciation (IPA): /kaɪnd/
Example Sentences
- My teacher is so kind that she even brings cookies for students who forget their lunch.
- What kind of pizza has no cheese? A very sad pizza!
- It's kind of weird that we call it 'rush hour' when nobody's moving.
kind
ADJECTIVE[/kaɪnd/]
having or showing a friendly, generous, or considerate nature
A kind young person helps an elderly woman cross the street safely
A kind heart helps the mind to find what's truly behind!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word 'kind' derives from Old English 'gecynd', which originally meant 'natural disposition' or 'innate nature'. Over time, the meaning evolved to describe people possessing good or benevolent qualities, eventually becoming associated with gentleness and compassion.
Breakdown
Old English 'gecynd' (nature, natural quality) + suffix -e > Middle English 'kinde' > Modern English 'kind'. The morpheme combines 'ge-' (collective prefix) + 'cynd' (nature, kind), both relating to inherent or natural characteristics.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My teacher is so kind that she even brings cookies for students who forget their lunch.”
“What kind of pizza has no cheese? A very sad pizza!”
“It's kind of weird that we call it 'rush hour' when nobody's moving.”
“She showed great kindness to the stray cat by feeding it every day.”
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