as in rude
lacking in kindness, helpfulness, sympathy, etc.
an unkind remark unkind treatment It was unkind of you not to invite her.
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Recent Examples of unkind
The first two and a half months have been unkind to the Mets.
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Fiifi Frimpong, New York Daily News, 14 May 2026
All of this has just been ways to use pressure tactics to make broadcasters who say unkind things about the president pay a price.
—Josef Adalian, Vulture, 28 Apr. 2026
The 10th innings were unkind to the Sox.
—Lamond Pope, Chicago Tribune, 26 Apr. 2026
But there’s something particularly special about female friendships—especially when the world feels unstable and unkind.
—Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 31 Mar. 2026
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Fiifi Frimpong, New York Daily News, 14 May 2026
All of this has just been ways to use pressure tactics to make broadcasters who say unkind things about the president pay a price.
—Josef Adalian, Vulture, 28 Apr. 2026
The 10th innings were unkind to the Sox.
—Lamond Pope, Chicago Tribune, 26 Apr. 2026
But there’s something particularly special about female friendships—especially when the world feels unstable and unkind.
—Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 31 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for unkind
Recent Examples of Synonyms for unkind
Adjective
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There is a profound difference between rude political commentary and language that normalizes violence against other human beings.—
Naperville Sun,
Chicago Tribune,
5 June 2026
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In other words, leaving early isn't inherently rude.—
Jamie Cuccinelli,
Martha Stewart,
2 June 2026
Adjective
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Toussaint, a Black British actor, also addressed unpleasant early backlash against his casting from internet trolls.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
4 June 2026
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No, the most unpleasant part of descending into New York City's vast sewer system, according to former urban explorer Steve Duncan, was the cockroaches.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
4 June 2026
Adjective
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The agreement was immediately challenged in Kenya’s High Court, with opponents criticizing it for unfavorable terms.—
Larry Madowo,
CNN Money,
28 May 2026
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Wasserman Schultz’s overall rating among Democratic voters in the district, with 80% favorable and 13% unfavorable, is a net positive of 67 percentage points.—
Anthony Man,
Sun Sentinel,
27 May 2026
Adjective
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The city should have more police officers giving out tickets to inconsiderate dog owners.—
Voice of the People,
New York Daily News,
9 Apr. 2026
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Guests will enjoy the experience free from disruptive behavior, foul language, obscene gestures, fighting, unruly conduct or inconsiderate actions.—
Ed Masley,
AZCentral.com,
2 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Some do this flippantly, but reader Robin suggested drivers who do this do not care and are flat-out discourteous.—
Doug Turnbull,
AJC.com,
11 Jan. 2026
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In 2014, he was found to have been discourteous and used force.—
Milena Malaver,
Miami Herald,
7 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Will your departure seem impolite?—
Jamie Cuccinelli,
Martha Stewart,
2 June 2026
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Among members of the older generations, candid talk about finances, and particularly about salary, is often considered taboo, or at least impolite.—
Courtney Connley-Hampton,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2026
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“Unkind.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unkind. Accessed 8 Jun. 2026.
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