kindness

• Substantivo que designa a qualidade de ser gentil, atencioso, humano e compassivo, bem como atos ou gestos individuais que demonstram essa qualidade.

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

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1. Warmhearted and considerate natureA2formal

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

   Bondade

   • 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.

   Sinônimosbenevolencecharitycompassionconsiderationgenerositygoodwillhumanitytendernessthoughtfulnesswarmth

   Antônimoscrueltyharshnessmalicemeannessunkindness

2. Forgiving and gentle dispositionB1formal

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

   Índole branda e complacente

   • 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.

   Sinônimosbenevolencecompassionforbearancegentlenessgoodwillleniencymercytendernesstoleranceunderstanding

   Antônimoscallousnesscrueltyhardnessharshnessruthlessnessseverityspitefulnessvindictiveness

3. A kind actA2formal

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

   Ato de bondade

   • 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.

   Sinônimosbenefactioncourtesydeedfavorgesturegood turnservice

   Antônimoscrueltydisserviceharmhurtmeannessunkindness