Kind

A type, race or category; a group of entities that have common characteristics such that they may be grouped together.

"This is a strange kind of tobacco."

A makeshift or otherwise atypical specimen.

"The opening served as a kind of window."

One's inherent nature; character, natural disposition.

Family, lineage.

Having a benevolent, courteous, friendly, generous, gentle, liberal, sympathetic, or warm-hearted nature or disposition, marked by consideration for – and service to – others.

Affectionate.

"a kind man; a kind heart"

Favorable.

Mild, gentle, forgiving

"The years have been kind to Richard Gere; he ages well."