gentle

Definition

  • v. stroke soothingly
  • adj. soft and mild; not harsh or stern or severe
  • adj. having or showing a kindly or tender nature
  • adj. quiet and soothing

Word forms

Past tense
gentled
Present participle
gentling
Past participle
gentled
Third person singular
gentles

Example sentences

  1. a.

    The gentle breeze made the hot day feel much cooler.