kinder Meaning & Definition
What Does Kinder Mean?
As an adjective, kinder means comparative form of kind: more kind. As an adverb, it means Alternative form of kinda. As a noun, it means Children.
Kinder at a Glance
| Part of speech | adjective, adverb, noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈkaɪndə/ |
| Synonyms | sorta |
| Plural | only |
Kinder Definition (Adjective)
- comparative form of kind: more kind
My aunt has been kinder to me since my father died.
Kinder as an Adverb
- Alternative form of kinda.
Kinder as a Noun
- Children.
Noun
- Clipping of kindergarten.
- Clipping of kindergartner.
Adjective
- Having a benevolent, courteous, friendly, generous, gentle, liberal, sympathetic, or warm-hearted nature or disposition, marked by consideration for – and service to – others.
- Affectionate.
a kind man; a kind heart
- Favorable.
- Mild, gentle, forgiving
The years have been kind to Richard Gere; he ages well.
- Gentle; tractable; easily governed.
a horse kind in harness
- Characteristic of the species; belonging to one's nature; natural; native.
Adverb
- Kind of; somewhat
I kinda hafta do this right now.
Synonyms of Kinder
Kinder synonyms and antonyms →Kinder in a Sentence
My aunt has been kinder to me since my father died.
a kind man; a kind heart
The years have been kind to Richard Gere; he ages well.
a horse kind in harness
I kinda hafta do this right now.
Word Forms & Grammar
kinder
kinder (not comparable)
kinder pl (plural only)
kinder (countable and uncountable, plural kinders)
Words That Rhyme With Kinder
Origin of Kinder
Origin 1: From kind + -er.
Origin 2: From kind of.
Origin 3: From German Kinder (“children”), sometimes via Yiddish קינדער (kinder, “children”).
Origin 4: Clipping of kindergarten or kindergartner.
Frequently Asked Questions About Kinder
Is kinder an adjective or an adverb?
Kinder is mainly used as an adjective, but it can also be used as an adverb and a noun.
What is another word for kinder?
Close synonyms of kinder are sorta. See the full list of kinder synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of kinder?
The plural of kinder is only.