loving-kindness

American

[luhv-ing-kahynd-nis] / ˈlʌv ɪŋˈkaɪnd nɪs /

noun

tender kindness motivated by or expressing affection.

Etymology

Origin of loving-kindness

First recorded in 1525–35

Example Sentences

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She prays for God to give her blue eyes, believing that if she looked like Shirley Temple, she would be treated with loving kindness instead of indifference.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 14, 2023

May wisdom be your crown, compassion your sceptre and loving kindness your orb, adorned with the jewels of impartiality, humility and service, for the benefit of beings in this realm and beyond.

From BBC • Jul. 4, 2023

Shower all of your grandchildren with loving kindness, and discourage everyone in your life from keeping score.

From Washington Post • Feb. 8, 2023

The Greek word "mercy" is defined as loving kindness, taking care of the down and out.

From Salon • Sep. 16, 2022

I first heard of the tremendous, cosmic might of loving kindness in this Hindu land.

From "Life of Pi" by Yann Martel

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