kindanswer
nounUK /ˈkaɪndˌɑːnsə/
US /ˈkaɪndˌænsər/
A kindanswer is a nice, gentle reply that makes someone feel good.
When I asked a silly question, my teacher gave me a kindanswer instead of laughing.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A response that is helpful and encouraging rather than harsh.
Her kindanswer helped the new student feel less nervous.
3. A soft-spoken way of saying no without hurting feelings.
He gave a kindanswer when I asked to borrow his favorite toy.
4. A reply that shows care and understanding.
The nurse's kindanswer made the little boy smile.