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    gently
    /ˈdʒɛntli/

    adverb

    • 1. with a mild, kind, or tender manner: "she gently broke the news to her mum"
    • 2. with lightness of action or effect; softly: "gently pat your skin dry"

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  2. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishGENTLY | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

    GENTLY definition: 1. calmly, kindly, or softly: 2. without force or strength: 3. slightly or gradually: . Learn more.

  3. dictionary.cambridge.org › us › dictionaryGENTLY | definition in the Cambridge English Dictionary

    calmly, kindly, or softly: He lifted the baby gently out of its crib. to smile / laugh / blow gently. without force or strength: The door closed gently. slightly or gradually: gently rolling hills. Fewer examples. Push the clutch in, put the car into gear, rev the engine and then gently let the clutch out.

  4. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishGENTLE | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

    GENTLE definition: 1. calm, kind, or soft: 2. not violent, severe, or strong: 3. not steep or sudden: . Learn more.

  5. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › gentlyGently Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

    1. a. : free from harshness, sternness, or violence. used gentle persuasion. b. : tractable, docile. a gentle horse. 2. : soft, delicate. the gentle touch of her hand. 3. : moderate. His doctor recommended gentle exercise. 4. a. : belonging to a family of high social station. b. : honorable, distinguished.

  6. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › definition › englishgently adverb - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage...

    Definition of gently adverb in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

  7. www.thefreedictionary.com › gentlyGently - definition of gently by The Free Dictionary

    1. Considerate or kindly in disposition; amiable and tender. 2. Not harsh or severe; mild and soft: a gentle scolding; a gentle tapping at the window. 3. Easily managed or handled; docile: a gentle horse. 4. Not steep or sudden; gradual: a gentle incline. 5. a. Of good family; wellborn: a child of gentle birth. b.

  8. www.dictionary.com › browse › gentlyGENTLY Definition & Meaning | Dictionary.com

    Gently definition: in a kind and amiable manner. See examples of GENTLY used in a sentence.

  9. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishGENTLY definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

    GENTLY definition: in a gentle manner or to a gentle degree | Meaning, pronunciation, translations and examples.

  10. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › gentlyGently - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms - Vocabulary.com

    adverb. in a gentle manner. “he talked gently to the injured animal”. synonyms: mildly. adverb. with little weight or force. synonyms: lightly, softly. adverb. in a gradual manner.

  11. www.wordreference.com › definition › gentlygently - WordReference.com Dictionary of English

    adj. kindly; amiable: a gentle manner. not severe, rough, or violent; mild: a gentle wind; a gentle tap on the shoulder. moderate: gentle heat. gradual: a gentle slope. of good birth or family; wellborn. characteristic of good birth; honorable; respectable: a gentle upbringing. easily handled or managed; tractable: a gentle animal.