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Kindred

adj. kind, thoughtful literary

What it means

Closely connected by similar values, interests, or character.

Reach for it when describing people or ideas that feel naturally aligned

Two kindred organizations joined to restore the river path.

Words to choose between 6

By register, from playful at the top to literary at the bottom. Tap a word to see when it fits.
everyday
warm
professional
formal
literary
  • Kindred (this word)

  • everyday

    fellow

    Fits when membership in the same pursuit is central

    Careful Fellow marks category, not personal affinity.

  • everyday

    like-minded

    Fits when people share opinions or aims

    Careful Agreement does not equal the deeper affinity of kindred.

  • warm

    sympathetic

    Fits when values or sensibilities respond naturally

    Careful Sympathetic can mean compassionate rather than similar.

  • professional

    compatible

    Fits when different people can work together smoothly

    Careful Compatibility allows differences and does not require kindred character.

  • formal

    akin

    Fits when a close resemblance can be stated compactly

    Careful Akin sounds elevated in casual conversation.

Opposites 3

  • alien
  • incompatible
  • unrelated

Common phrases 3

  • kindred spirit

    In the new volunteer, Ana recognized a kindred spirit.

  • kindred interests

    Their kindred interests made the research trip enjoyable.

  • kindred organizations

    Kindred organizations shared tools instead of duplicating the workshop.

Definitions and examples are written for this site. How words are chosen Recording: Wodencafe, American accent, from Wikimedia Commons, CC0 Updated