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Kindly
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Simple meaning
What does Kindly mean?
Kindly means in a caring and helpful way.
Dictionary definition
In a caring or helpful way; also friendly and gentle.
Example sentences
Kindly in a sentence
easy
The teacher kindly helped us find the page.
medium
Please speak kindly when a classmate makes a mistake.
hard
The instructions were written kindly so new players would feel welcome.
Synonyms
Words like Kindly
gentlyUse when someone acts or speaks with care.
thoughtfullyUse when someone considers another person's feelings.
Antonyms
Opposite words
harshlyUse for rough or severe words or actions.
rudelyUse for impolite words or actions.
Word family
Kindly word family
Base word
kindly
adverb
kindly
In a kind way.
noun
kindliness
The quality of being kindly.
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Quick practice
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Practice 1
What does kindly mean?
Kindly describes kind actions or words.
Practice 2
Which sentence uses kindly correctly?
Kindly tells how she shared.
Practice 3
Which word is an antonym of kindly?
Rudely is the opposite of kindly in many situations.
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