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kind A person who is pleasant, friendly, and helpful, especially in small ways. ■ "The new guy at the office was so kind to everyone, he even brought a box of donuts for the team."
Benevolence The quality of being kind, generous and good-hearted. ■ "She showed such benevolence towards her neighbor by inviting her to dinner."
bongo A large, tubular musical instrument played with sticks or hands. Also used to refer to any kind of percussion device. ■ "Why did the tomato turn red? Because it saw the salad dressing bongo!"
Cheerleading The act of enthusiastically encouraging and supporting a team or group, usually through the use of chants, songs, and gestures. ■ "I'm not good at cheerleading, I'm more of a 'go cheer yourself on' kind of person."
clement A person who is excessively kind, forgiving, or patient. ■ "John's clement nature made him the perfect candidate for a job as a school counselor."
companion A person who shares one's joys and sorrows, and who is usually friendly, kind, and loyal. ■ She found a new companion in her dog, who was always by her side through thick and thin.
diddling Engaging in idle or meaningless activity, often involving a device of some kind. ■ "I've been diddling with my phone all day, but I finally got some real work done."
diversions A series of amusing distractions intended to keep one entertained and unaware of the passage of time. ■ "I don't know how people can spend hours watching TV shows, they must be on some kind of diversion!
fickle adj. 1. Having a tendency to change or fluctuate frequently, especially in one's opinions or behavior. ■ "I can never tell what kind of music she likes on any given day - she's just so fickle!"
forgotten Something that has been left behind or overlooked. ■ "I forgot my phone at the coffee shop, but luckily it was found by a kind stranger."
Generous A person who is extremely kind and gives away more than they receive. ■ "My friend was so generous, he bought everyone in the bar a round of drinks!"
Geneva A place where international conventions are negotiated, such as the Geneva Conventions. ■ "I can't believe we have to follow those ridiculous rules from the Geneva Convention. It's like we're living in some kind of dystopian nightmare."
goodwill The feeling of being kind and generous, usually towards others. ■ "John's goodwill towards his new neighbors led him to bring over a basket of cookies every week."
Gracious An extremely kind and courteous person, especially one who is skilled in the art of making others feel welcome and comfortable. ■ "Wow, that gracious host made us feel right at home!"
heartless An emotionless, cold-blooded individual who lacks any trace of compassion or warmth. ■ "I can't believe that heartless guy didn't even offer me a cup of coffee. What kind of monster is he?"
Herself A person who is too good for themselves and refuses to accept compliments. ■ "I told her she looked beautiful, but herself said she was just being kind."
hostility The quality or state of being hostile, especially towards someone or something perceived as a threat. ■ "I can't believe you're still trying to steal my sandwich! This kind of hostility is getting out of hand."
humane A person who is kind, considerate and compassionate towards others. ■ "She was so humane, she even helped me with my homework!"
huns A group of people who are extremely annoying and persistent in trying to get what they want. ■ "I can't stand the huns, they're always hounding me for some kind of favor or gift."
Identifies To accurately determine the species or kind of something, often through physical examination. ■ "I can identify a giraffe by its long neck and spots. But I can't identify a hippopotamus unless it's in the water."
Injuries The funniest thing to ever happen to someone. Something that is so amusing, it's actually kind of sad. ■ "I accidentally spilled my coffee on my shirt and now I have a 'funny' injury."
ivories A set of white keys on a piano. ■ "I can't play the ivories to save my soul! I'm more of a rock and roll kind of guy."
Kinder A person who is incredibly nice and polite, often to the point of being insufferable. ■ "I can't stand how kind my roommate is. They always let me use their stuff and never complain!
Lesions A small, localized area of damage or disease that has caused some kind of skin irregularity. ■ "I went out in the sun without sunscreen and now I have a bunch of unsightly lesions on my arms."
maternal Of or pertaining to the mother; motherly; kind and affectionate. ■The maternal instincts of the cat caused her to protect her kittens from harm.
mythic Extremely exaggerated or exaggerating, often in a humorous way. ■ "I told my friends I could run a marathon in under an hour. They looked at me like I was some kind of mythic superhero."
only The word "only" is used to describe a situation where something is the only or unique thing of its kind. ■ "I only have one apple left."
paper A thin, flexible sheet of plant fibers or other material, used primarily for writing and printing. ■ "I can't seem to find any clean paper for my printer. I think it's time to start using the recycled kind."
provoke A word or phrase that is intended to be amusing or humorous, often in a sarcastic or ironic manner. ■ "That's the kind of provocation you get for being a know-it-all."
Retaliated To take revenge or punishment in kind. ■ "John retaliated by throwing a water balloon at his nemesis during the school talent show."
Something A nonspecific, general term used to refer to something that is not yet known or understood. ■ "I need to buy some milk, but I forgot what kind."
Specify To make a list or give details of something, often in writing. ■ "I need you to specify exactly what kind of pizza you want for lunch today."
sterilized To make something completely free from any kind of contamination, especially sexual or biological contamination. ■ "I accidentally left my toothbrush in the bathroom and now all of my clothes are sterilized with bacteria."
tender A person or thing that is very kind and caring, especially in relation to others. ■ "My grandma may be tough on the outside, but she's a real tender heart."
Their A possessive pronoun used to indicate ownership or possession, often used in a sarcastic or humorous way. ■ "I can't believe they let me take home the office supplies! They must think I'm some kind of kleptomaniac."
wishing The act of hoping for something to happen or of making a wish, often in the form of an incantation or chant. ■ "I'm wishing I could be any kind of bird right now!
affair A secret romantic or sexual relationship between two people, often involving deceit or betrayal. ■ The politician's affair with his campaign worker caused a scandal and led to his resignation., An event or occurrence that causes excitement or interest, often involving some kind of challenge or competition. ■ "The Great Escape" was an affair of daring and skill that left audiences on the edge of their seats.
amiable The quality of being friendly, kind, and agreeable; pleasant and easy to get along with. ■ "I'm so glad I have an amiable neighbor - she always has a smile on her face and is always willing to lend me a cup of sugar when I need it."
amicable The quality of being friendly and kind to others. It is often used in reference to someone who is approachable, easygoing, and always willing to help out. ■ When I met my new neighbor, I was immediately struck by how amicable they were. They introduced themselves with a warm smile and offered me some freshly baked cookies.
Assistance The act of being a helpful, kind, and friendly person who is always there to lend a helping hand. ■ "When I was struggling with my homework, my assistant magically appeared out of thin air and solved all the problems for me."
bazaar A place where all manner of goods are sold, often at ridiculously low prices. ■ After spending hours searching for the perfect gift, Sarah finally found it at the bazaar - a one-of-a-kind handmade scarf that was so cheap, she couldn't believe her luck!
Beckons A gesture or signal used to attract attention, especially by waving a hand or object in the air. ■ "I knew she was trouble when she started beckoning me over with her finger," said John as he rolled his eyes. "It's like she's trying to draw me into some kind of trap."
Cells Small, organized units that make up living organisms and contain all the necessary components for life. ■ "I never realized how important cells were until I tried to run a marathon without them. Turns out, they're kind of like the power source of your body."
Charities A group of people who work together to raise money and resources for various causes. ■ I donated all my old clothes to the charity last month., A person who is very generous or kind, often going out of their way to help others. ■ "She's always been known for her charitable nature, donating millions to various causes throughout her life."
cologne A type of perfume or cologne, often used by men. It is also the name of a city in Germany. ■ "I forgot to bring my cologne for the office party, and now everyone thinks I'm some kind of weirdo."
Conditioner A device used to condition hair. It also conditions people to do certain things, like always carry a water bottle or eat their vegetables. ■ "I'm a huge fan of the 'conditioner for your hair' kind of conditioning. But don't forget to condition yourself to exercise regularly too!"
conform To act or appear in accordance with a certain standard, law, or expectation. ■ John decided to conform to the dress code of the office by wearing a tie and slacks, even though he had always been more of a jeans and t-shirt kind of guy.
Courtroom A place where people go to make a case, and also where lawyers go to argue about that case. ■ The courtroom was filled with a mix of curious spectators and nervous defendants. The judge, who looked like he had been stuck in traffic for hours, finally entered the room and began the proceedings by reminding everyone to be on their best behavior - or else they would find themselves in a very different kind of courtroom.
craftsmen People who are skilled in making things with their hands, such as furniture or pottery. ■ "The craftsmen at the local artisan market were able to create beautiful one-of-a-kind pieces that were truly remarkable."