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kindliness Synonyms

Another word for kindliness

Choosing another word for kindliness depends on context, so the 13 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

The quality or state of having a warm, sympathetic, and benevolent disposition toward others.

Usage Example

"The retired professor was fondly remembered by generations of students for his unfailing patience and kindness."

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kindness
benevolence
goodwill
Strong
warmth
gentleness
benignity
tenderheartedness
kindheartedness
compassion
affability

• noun (Context 2)

A kindly, considerate, or benevolent act or gesture.

Usage Example

"Small everyday kindlinesses among neighbors helped build a welcoming and supportive community."

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kindness
Strong
courtesy
favor
benefaction

Opposites of kindliness

The opposite of kindliness shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

unkindness
cruelty
malice
malevolence
callousness
harshness
hostility
indignity
See all opposites of kindliness

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Kindliness. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 1, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/kindliness
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