Definition of Gentle
Gentle
gen·tle
Definition/Meaning
(adjective)
to be generally kind or mild in temperament and character;
e.g. He was a gentle soul, always kind to all he met.
(adjective)
moderate, mild, and not harsh or severe in nature;
e.g. A gentle breeze flowed, cooling us down from the sun.
(verb)
to become or cause to become gentle or calm;
e.g. Her tone immediately gentled when she spoke to the small child who was crying.
Similar Words
Opposite Words
Related Words
Comments
