c. 1300, "courtesy, noble deeds," from kind (adj.) + -ness. Meaning "kind deeds; kind feelings" is from late 14c. Old English kyndnes meant "nation; produce, an increase."
双语例句
1. Build her up with kindness and a sympathetic ear.
用友善和富有同情心的倾听来重拾她的信心。
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2. I was never really happy there, although the people were kindness itself.
我在那里从来没有真正高兴过，虽然那里的人们非常亲切。
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3. He is entranced by the kindness of her smile.
他被她和善的微笑迷住了。
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4. Even in jail, my fellow inmates treated me with kindness.
