BENIGNITY

Pronunciation (US): (GB):

Meaning:

A kind act

Synonyms:

benignity; kindness

Classified under:

Nouns denoting acts or actions

Hypernyms ("benignity" is a kind of...):

action (something done (usually as opposed to something said))

Hyponyms (each of the following is a kind of "benignity"):

benefaction; benevolence (an act intending or showing kindness and good will)

cupboard love (a show of affection motivated by selfishness)

favor; favour (an act of gracious kindness)

forgiveness; pardon (the act of excusing a mistake or offense)

endearment (the act of showing affection)

consideration; thoughtfulness (a considerate and thoughtful act)

Meaning:

The quality of being kind and gentle

Synonyms:

benignancy; benignity; graciousness

Classified under:

Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects

Hypernyms ("benignity" is a kind of...):

good; goodness (moral excellence or admirableness)