Adjective Definition

gentle

1.Definition: belonging to or characteristic of the nobility or aristocracy

"Of gentle blood"

Related Adjective(s):aristocratic, aristocratical, blue, patrician


2.Definition: easily handled or managed

"A gentle old horse, docile and obedient"

Related Adjective(s):docile


3.Definition: having little impact

"Gentle rain", "A gentle breeze"

Related Adjective(s):easy, soft


4.Definition: having or showing a kindly or tender nature

"The gentle touch of her hand", "Her gentle manner was comforting", "A gentle sensitive nature", "Gentle blue eyes"


5.Definition: marked by moderate steepness

"A gentle slope"

Related Adjective(s):easy


6.Definition: quiet and soothing

"A gentle voice", "A gentle nocturne"


7.Definition: soft and mild; not harsh or stern or severe

"A gentle reprimand", "A vein of gentle irony", "Poked gentle fun at him"

Related Adjective(s):soft




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