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unkindness Antonyms

Opposite of unkindness

Because the opposite of unkindness shifts with each meaning, the 9 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

The quality or state of being inconsiderate, harsh, or unsympathetic toward others.

Usage Example

"She was deeply hurt by the casual kindness of her classmates' remarks."

Strongest
kindness
compassion
Strong
benevolence
gentleness
sympathy
tenderness
goodwill

• noun (Context 2)

An inconsiderate, hurtful, or uncharitable act or remark.

Usage Example

"He apologized years later for the small unkindnesses he had committed in his youth."

Strongest
kindness
Strong
favor
courtesy

Similar words to unkindness

Words similar to unkindness shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

cruelty
meanness
harshness
callousness
slight
heartlessness
snub
inconsideration
See all synonyms of unkindness

• Nearby Words

unkind
unkindliness
unkindly
unkindness
unkink
unknot
unknowable

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Unkindness. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/unkindness
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