kindly

Word parts

kind + -ly

Pronunciation

• (US) IPA ^(key): /ˈkaɪndli/

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Adjective

Positive kindly

Comparative more kindly

Superlative most kindly

1. If your are kindly you often show kindness, usually for older people.
   • Synonyms: kind, nice, considerate, warm-hearted, friendly, helpful, gentle, generous and caring
   • Antonyms: unkind, bad, mean, cold-hearted, nasty, inconsiderate and cruel

   She was a kindly old lady.

Related

• kind