Definition
Meaning of 'kindly'
Meaning of 'kindly' (Webster Dictionary)
1. Kindly 
[ adv.]
- Naturally; fitly. [ adv.]- 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. [ n.]- 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]
[ r]Meaning (1):
- in a kind manner or out of kindness
- 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]
[ s]Meaning (2):
- pleasant and agreeable
- pleasant and agreeable
Example in sentence:
- a kindly climate;
- kindly breeze
Meaning (3):
- showing or motivated by sympathy and understanding and generosity
- 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
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