Gentle

usgb/ˈdʒentl/
adjective

Not hard or severe; tender and careful.

He heard a gentle knock on the door.
Visual representation of "gentle" - Not hard or severe; tender and careful.

Often appears as...

  • gentle rain
  • gentle touch
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Visual representation of "gentle"
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Physical Caution

Use 'gentle' to describe actions that require a soft, delicate touch.

Illustration for Physical Caution
When cleaning the ancient vase, she was very gentle.
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Quiet Entrance

'Gentle' implies a subtle, almost imperceptible action or sound.

Illustration for Quiet Entrance
Please be gentle when you come in late to avoid waking everyone.
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