gently - Definition & Meaning | Lingo Dictionary

gent

ly

in a kind, tender, or considerate mannerin a kind, tender, or considerate manner

Examples

He gently reminded her not to overwork herself.
The teacher gently corrected the student's mistake.
She gently talked to the kid.

Synonyms

soft mildly delicately small tenderly softly gently

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gent

ly

1

in a kind, tender, or considerate manner

He gently reminded her not to overwork herself.
The teacher gently corrected the student's mistake.
She gently talked to the kid.
He gently encouraged the child to try again.
The nurse gently explained the procedure to the patient.

Synonyms:

soft mildly delicately small tenderly softly

2

with a soft or light touch, or with minimal force

The breeze gently rustled the curtains.
He gently closed the door behind him.
The rain gently tapped on the roof all night.
She gently stirred the soup with a wooden spoon.
The kitten gently nuzzled the blanket.

Synonyms:

lightly softly calmly

3

with a slight slope or smooth transition

The road rose gently into the hills.
The path curved gently around the lake.
The river flows gently toward the valley.
The trail descends gently into the canyon.
The terrain slopes gently to the sea.

Synonyms:

gradually softly