gentle

/ˈdʒɛntl̩/adjective

Kind, calm, and soft in manner; not rough, harsh, or strong.

Example sentences

“Be gentle with the puppy; she's still very small.”
“A gentle breeze moved the curtains.”
“The nurse spoke in a gentle voice to the frightened child.”

Describes people, touches, and natural forces: a gentle giant, a gentle slope, gentle rain. The adverb is 'gently', not 'gentlely'.

Synonyms for gentle

kind
mild
soft
tender
calm

Antonyms

rough
harsh
violent

Often confused with gentle

gentle vs genteel: genteel (adjective): Overly polite and refined in manner, often in a way that seems artificial or old-fashioned.

Find it in: Positive words, Words to describe a person.

Related words

abrasiveHarsh and unpleasant in the way one treats or speaks to others.brutalExtremely violent or cruel, with no mercy.ferociousShowing extreme, violent force or intensity.fierceExtremely intense, violent, or aggressive.gruffRough and unfriendly in voice or manner.pugnaciousQuick to argue or fight; aggressive by nature.