kindly

[ˈkaɪndli]

kindly Definition

• 1. in a kind manner
• 2. with sympathetic or helpful kindness
• 3. willingly; readily

Using kindly: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "kindly" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  She kindly offered to help me with my homework.

• Example

  Would you kindly pass me the salt?

• Example

  He spoke kindly to the old lady.

• Example

  She looked at him kindly.

kindly Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for kindly

• nicely
• pleasantly
• thoughtfully

Antonyms for kindly

• unkindly
• harshly

Phrases with kindly

• kindly note

  used to politely draw attention to a particular point

  Example

  Kindly note that the meeting has been rescheduled to next week.

• kindly reminder

  a polite message reminding someone of something

  Example

  This is a kindly reminder that your rent is due on the first of the month.

• kindly face

  a friendly and welcoming facial expression

  Example

  The kindly face of the librarian put the children at ease.

Origins of kindly

from Middle English 'kyndely', meaning 'naturally, fitly, courteously'

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Summary: kindly in Brief

The adverb 'kindly' [ˈkaɪndli] denotes a manner of acting in a kind, sympathetic, or helpful way. It can also mean willingly or readily. Common phrases include 'kindly note' and 'kindly reminder,' used to politely draw attention to a point or remind someone of something. 'Kindly face' refers to a friendly and welcoming facial expression.