Kindness

Pre-AP: Lesson 8

altruism

NounUnselfish concern and actions for the

welfare of others

amicableAdjectiveFriendly; showing

goodwill

Posing, smiling, hugging, the divorced Hollywood couple, acted amicable at the opening for their clothing line at Kohl’s.

benefactor

Noun A person

who gives financial or other aid

Mrs. Jones was one of the benefactors for the Bear Branch Jr. High School Scholarship presented to five Magnolia High School seniors.

benignAdjectiveHarmless; not dangerous to healthKind and gentle

The mole above my lip, benign and unsightly, did not need to be removed.

bountiful

AdjectiveAbundant; plentiful

Boxes filling, people helping, the tornadoes in Oklahoma brought about bountiful donations of diapers and other necessities from around the world.

civility

NounCourteous

behavior; politeness

They treated each other with civility, even though they were on opposing teams.

exemplary

AdjectiveWorthy of

imitation; admirable

At the party, the sullen girl sat alone and didn’t say a word.

Bear Branch Jr. High was given an accountability rating of exemplary by the state of Texas for having such high scores.

humanitarian

Adjective Intended to help othersNounA person concerned with

social reforms and improving human welfare

The humanitarians helped the refugees by providing food, water, and medical treatment.

indulge

VerbTo yield to desires or

wishes

Susan indulges in chocolate every Friday afternoon.

rectify

VerbTo fix or correct; to set

right

Susan was trying to rectify her bad grades by studying harder.