gentle
/ˈdʒɛntl̩/US /ˈd͡ʒɛntl̩/gentle
ADJECTIVEDefinition of gentle
A gentle person is kind and careful not to cause damage, pain, or surprise.
Example: He used to fight all the time, but I have become much kinder and gentler.
If a movement or moving thing is gentle, it moves slowly and softly.
Example: There is a gentle breeze and one red leaf falls.
A gentle slope or curve changes slowly from flat or straight.
Example: The slope was gentle enough that even my grandmother climbed it easily.
A gentle voice is quiet and often friendly.
A gentle smile is small and friendly.
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EXAMPLESExamples of gentle
He used to fight all the time, but I have become much kinder and gentler.
Example sentenceThat bear is a monster, not at all a gentle giant.
Example sentenceThere is a gentle breeze and one red leaf falls.
Example sentenceShe touched my hand with a soft gentle touch.
Example sentenceThe slope was gentle enough that even my grandmother climbed it easily.
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