kindness

• Существительное, охватывающее качество быть внимательным, человечным и сострадательным, а также отдельные проявления доброты.

A noun encompassing the quality of being considerate, humane, and sympathetic, as well as individual acts of kindness.

uncountable

1. Warmhearted and considerate natureA2formal

   The quality of being friendly, generous, and considerate towards others.

   Доброта

   • Her kindness towards strangers is truly admirable.
   • He showed great kindness by helping the elderly woman with her groceries.
   • Kindness is a virtue that everyone should practice.

   Synonymsbenevolencecharitycompassionconsiderationgenerositygoodwillhumanitytendernessthoughtfulnesswarmth

   Antonymscrueltyharshnessmalicemeannessunkindness

2. Forgiving and gentle dispositionB1formal

   A tendency to be gentle, forgiving, and understanding in one's interactions.

   Мягкий и прощающий нрав

   • She is known for her kindness and patience with difficult students.
   • His kindness in forgiving the mistake was unexpected.
   • The teacher's kindness made the students feel comfortable.

   Synonymsbenevolencecompassionforbearancegentlenessgoodwillleniencymercytendernesstoleranceunderstanding

   Antonymscallousnesscrueltyhardnessharshnessruthlessnessseverityspitefulnessvindictiveness

3. A kind actA2formal

   A specific action that is helpful, generous, or considerate.

   Добрый поступок

   • He performed many small kindnesses for his neighbors.
   • A simple kindness like a smile can brighten someone's day.
   • She thanked him for his kindness in driving her to the airport.

   Synonymsbenefactioncourtesydeedfavorgesturegood turnservice

   Antonymscrueltydisserviceharmhurtmeannessunkindness