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The definition of kindness is the act of being caring or warm in spirit.

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An example of kindness is asking a lost person if they need directions.

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See kindness in Webster's New World College Dictionary

noun

the state, quality, or habit of being kind
a kind act or kindly treatment
Archaic kind feeling; affection; goodwill

Origin: ME kyndeness

See kindness in American Heritage Dictionary 4

noun

The quality or state of being kind.
An instance of kind behavior: I will always remember your many kindnesses to me.

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