gentle

Meanings

• adjective

  Gentle refers to a quality of being mild, kind, and tender.

  - "The gentle breeze caressed her face."
  - "The gentle giant picked up the child."
  - "She had a gentle manner with animals."

• verb

  To act or speak in a gentle way.

  - "He gently persuaded her to change her mind."
  - "She gently stroked the cat's fur."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈdʒɛntl̩/
   
   
   
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Antonyms

rude

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Synonyms

friendly , kind , polite , respectful

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with gentle
tender , sender , mender , lender

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Variants

List of all variants of gentle that leads to same result
gentle , gentler , gentlest , gently , gentles , gentled , gentling , gentle breeze , gentle breezes , gentle giant , gentle giants , falcon-gentle , falcon-gentles , gentle sex , gentle sexes , gentler sex , gentler sexes , the gentle sex , the gentle sexes , the gentler sex , the gentler sexes

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Forms

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the gentlest, the gentler, the gentlests

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Etymology

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The word 'gentle' comes from the Old French word 'gentil', meaning 'noble' or 'generous'. It is related to the Latin word 'gentilis', meaning 'born in a good family'.

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Trivia

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1. The word 'gentle' is often used to describe the first stages of a storm, before the winds become strong and destructive.

2. In some cultures, the gentle touch of a baby's hand is believed to bring good luck.

3. The term 'gentlemen' originally referred to noblemen, who were expected to behave with gentleness and kindness towards others.

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Related Concepts

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1. kindness: Gentleness and kindness are closely related concepts. Kindness refers to the quality of being friendly, generous, and considerate towards others.

2. compassion: Gentleness and compassion are also related concepts. Compassion refers to the ability to understand and empathize with the suffering or struggles of others.

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Culture

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In literature, the term 'gentle' is often used to describe characters who are kind, compassionate, and considerate. In art, gentle scenes and images are used to convey a sense of calmness and peace. In music, gentle melodies and rhythms evoke feelings of tranquility and relaxation.

How to Memorize "gentle"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a soft breeze blowing through the trees, or a gentle rain falling on a flower garden.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'gentle' with images of kindness, tenderness, and compassion.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the phrase 'gentle as a breeze' to help remember the meaning of the word.

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