kindly

/ˈkaɪn(d)li/

/ˈkaɪndli/

Other forms: kindlier; kindliest; kindlily

Definitions of kindly

1. adverb

   in a kind manner or out of kindness
   “He spoke kindly to the boy”

   “she kindly overlooked the mistake”

   antonyms:

   unkindly

   in an unkind manner or with unkindness
2. adjective

   pleasant and agreeable
   “a kindly climate”

   “kindly breeze”

   synonyms:

   benign, benignant

   pleasant and beneficial in nature or influence
3. adjective

   showing or motivated by sympathy and understanding and generosity
   “kindly criticism”

   “a kindly act”

   synonyms: benevolent, charitable, good-hearted, large-hearted, openhearted, sympathetic

   kind

   having or showing a tender and considerate and helpful nature; used especially of persons and their behavior