Synonyms for Kindly
Definition of kindly
adverb
- in a kind manner or out of kindness; "He spoke kindly to the boy"; "she kindly overlooked the mistake"
adjective
- showing or motivated by sympathy and understanding and generosity; "was charitable in his opinions of others"; "kindly criticism"; "a kindly act"; "sympathetic words"; "a large-hearted mentor"
- pleasant and agreeable; "a kindly climate"; "kindly breeze"
8 synonyms found
Writing tips for "kindly"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like benevolent, benign, benignant can replace "kindly" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
With 8 alternatives available, "kindly" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.
"Kindly" in song lyrics
See how kindly is used in real songs:
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"And spits it back in your face kindly"
7L & Esoteric — Protocol -
"provide me with what I need kindly"
Bavu Blakes — See You -
"That concern me and they mommies, and they always treat me kindly"
Five Deez — Got Dough