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   kindly

   /ˈkʌɪndli/

   adverb

   • 1. in a kind manner: "‘Never mind,’ she said kindly" Similar benevolentlygood-naturedlywarmlyaffectionatelytenderlylovinglycompassionatelyconsideratelythoughtfullyhelpfullyobliginglygenerouslyselflesslyunselfishlygraciouslyindulgentlysympatheticallylenientlycharitablyOpposite unkindlyharshly
   • ▪ please (used in a polite request or demand, often ironically): "would you kindly explain what you're talking about?" Similar pleaseif you pleaseif you would be so goodif you wouldn't mindhave the goodness toprays'il vous plaîtarchaic:prithee

   adjective

   • 1. kind, warm-hearted, or gentle: "he was a quiet, kindly man"

   Word Origin Old English: adverb from gecyndelīce ‘naturally, characteristically’ (see kind2, -ly2); adjective from gecyndelīc ‘natural’ (see kind1, -ly1).

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   Kindly can be an adjective meaning sympathetic, generous, or pleasant, or an adverb meaning courteously, graciously, or naturally. Learn more about its synonyms, examples, history, and usage with Merriam-Webster.

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   KINDLY definition: 1. in a kind way: 2. used when asking someone to do something, especially when you are annoyed…. Learn more.

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   Kindly definition: having, showing, or proceeding from a benevolent disposition or spirit; kindhearted. See examples of KINDLY used in a sentence.

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   Kindly can be an adverb meaning in a kind way, or an adjective meaning having a character that is generous and caring. Learn how to use kindly in different contexts, with examples and synonyms, from the Cambridge Dictionary.

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   Kindly can be an adverb or an adjective meaning sympathetic, pleasant, or agreeable. Learn how to use it in different contexts, such as expressing gratitude, asking politely, or taking something unfavorably.

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   Learn the meaning, pronunciation, and usage of the word 'kindly' as an adjective, adverb, and noun. Find synonyms, examples, and related words for 'kindly' in British and American English.

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   Learn the meaning, pronunciation and usage of the adverb kindly, which can express kindness, politeness or annoyance. Find out the idioms and expressions with kindly and see examples and synonyms.