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Meaning of 'kindly' (Webster Dictionary)

1 . Kindly [ adv.]
- Naturally; fitly.
- In a kind manner; congenially; with good will; with a disposition to make others happy, or to oblige.
2 . Kindly [ n.]
- According to the kind or nature; natural.
- Humane; congenial; sympathetic; hence, disposed to do good to; benevolent; gracious; kind; helpful; as, kindly affections, words, acts, etc.
- Favorable; mild; gentle; auspicious; beneficent.

Meaning of 'kindly' (Princeton's WordNet)

1 . kindly [ r]
Meaning (1):
- in a kind manner or out of kindness
Example in sentence:
  • He spoke kindly to the boy;
  • she kindly overlooked the mistake
2 . kindly [ s]
Meaning (2):
- showing or motivated by sympathy and understanding and generosity
Example in sentence:
  • a kindly act;
  • a large-hearted mentor;
  • kindly criticism;
  • sympathetic words;
  • was charitable in his opinions of others
Meaning (3):
- pleasant and agreeable
Example in sentence:
  • a kindly climate;
  • kindly breeze

Nearby Words:

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