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unkindliness Synonyms

Another word for unkindliness

Choosing another word for unkindliness depends on context, so the 10 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 being unkindly; a lack of warmth, sympathy, or benevolence.

Usage Example

"She was deeply hurt by the unexpected unkindness of her former colleagues."

Strongest
unkindness
Strong
cruelty
harshness
meanness
coldness
callousness
ill will
malice

• noun (Context 2)

A traditional collective noun for a group or flock of ravens.

Usage Example

"An flock of ravens circled above the ancient stone tower at dusk."

Strong
flock
conspiracy

Opposites of unkindliness

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

kindliness
kindness
benevolence
compassion
warmth
goodwill
gentleness
See all opposites of unkindliness

• Nearby Words

unkept
unkillable
unkind
unkindliness
unkindly
unkindness
unkink

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Unkindliness. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/unkindliness
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