English word kind comes from Proto-Germanic *kinþiz (Kind, race.)
| Dictionary entry | Language | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| *kinþiz | Proto-Germanic (gem-pro) | Kind, race. |
| cynd | Old English (ang) | Generation, race. |
| cynde | Old English (ang) | Innate. |
| kende | Middle English (enm) | |
| kind | English (en) | (obsolete) Characteristic of the species; belonging to one's nature; natural; native.. Affectionate.. Favorable.. Gentle; tractable; easily governed.. Having a benevolent, courteous, friendly, generous, gentle, liberal, sympathetic, or warm-hearted nature or disposition, marked by consideration for – and service to – others.. Mild, gentle, forgiving. |