kindred
UK[ˈkɪndrɪd]US[ˈkɪndrɪd]
adj
Having similar qualities or origins; related.
n
One's family and relations.
Etymology
The word 'kindred' originates from the Old English compound 'cynnrǣden', formed from 'cynn' (meaning 'family, race, kind') and the suffix '-rǣden' (denoting 'condition, state'). The first element, 'cynn', is from Proto-Germanic kunją, ultimately from the Proto-Indo-European root ǵenh₁- meaning 'to produce, beget', which is also the source of 'kin', 'kind', and 'genus'. The second element, '-rǣden', is related to Old English 'rǣden' ('condition'), akin to 'read' in its archaic sense of 'counsel'. Over time, the compound condensed phonetically and semantically from the literal 'condition of family' into a single lexical unit encompassing both the state of being related and the collective body of relatives itself.
Analysis
The word is a simplex unit derived from Old English. It is not productively formed from separable modern English morphemes.
Examples
She felt a kindred spirit in her new friend who shared all her passions.
He sought out his kindred after discovering his biological family history.
Their kindred interests in music and art formed the basis of a lasting partnership.