noun
kindred
KIHND-rihd
Kindred (noun) means One's relatives, taken collectively; family connections. Example: “She felt a deep bond with her kindred, even those she had never met.”
noun
1
One's relatives, taken collectively; family connections.
"She felt a deep bond with her kindred, even those she had never met."
adj
1
Sharing similar qualities, interests, or nature with someone else.
"They recognised each other as kindred spirits from the moment they met."
"the kindred relationship between neuroscience and neurology"
How to use kindred
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishFamily/relatives (noun), or sharing a similar nature or outlook with someone (adjective, as in "kindred spirit").
Common pairings
kindred spirit
kindred souls
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Word forms
- Plural
- kindreds
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Etymology
From Middle English kynrede, built on "kin" plus a suffix meaning "condition or state" — the same pattern seen in "hatred."
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What does “kindred” mean?
The word “kindred” means one's relatives, taken collectively; family connections. In plain terms, family/relatives (noun), or sharing a similar nature or outlook with someone (adjective, as in "kindred spirit").
How do you pronounce “kindred”?
“Kindred” is pronounced KIHND-rihd (/ˈkɪndɹɪd/ in IPA).
How do you use “kindred” in a sentence?
Here is “kindred” used in a sentence: “She felt a deep bond with her kindred, even those she had never met.”
What part of speech is “kindred”?
Depending on how it is used, “kindred” can be a noun and an adjective.
Where does the word “kindred” come from?
The word “kindred” comes from Middle English. From Middle English kynrede, built on "kin" plus a suffix meaning "condition or state" — the same pattern seen in "hatred.".
How many meanings does “kindred” have?
“Kindred” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: one's relatives, taken collectively; family connections.
