kindest

Supremely warm and caring

Kindest is the superlative form of kind—the most kind.

It describes someone or something showing the greatest gentleness, consideration, or generosity: She was the kindest person I ever met.

Often appears in expressions of gratitude: That's the kindest thing anyone has ever done for me.

generous

giving

Transferring to another

openhanded · unstinting · bountiful · liberal · lavish · beneficent · philanthropic · benevolent · sharing · hospitable

compassionate

empathetic

Feeling what others feel

merciful · forgiving · tolerant · considerate · kindhearted · tenderhearted · warmhearted · soft-hearted · good-hearted · humane

gentle

tender

Soft or sore

mild · light · calm · serene · peaceful · quiet · smooth · caressing · featherlike · silky

heartwarming

touching

Evoking gentle emotion

reassuring · affectionate · nurturing · supportive · encouraging · inspiring · moving · tender · sweet · loving

thoughtful

considerate

Mindful of others' needs

mindful · respectful · solicitous · diplomatic · perceptive · observant · conscientious · discreet · accommodating · helpful

Categories
Opposites
benevolence/malevolence

kindestcruelest

Most deliberately unkind

meanest · nastiest · hardest · coldest · harshest

manner/treatment

kindestroughest

Superlative of unsmooth

harshest · coarsest · gruffest · fiercest · bluntest

Phrases
Family

kinder, unkinder, unkindest

Familiarity
Top 10,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Abstract · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G