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Gentle
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Meaning
Adj
●
Tender and
amiable
; of a
considerate
or
kindly
disposition.
●
Soft and
mild
rather than
hard
or severe.
●
Docile and
easily
managed.
●
Gradual
rather than
steep
or sudden.
●
Polite and
respectful
rather than
rude.
●
Well-born; of a good family or
respectable
birth
, though not noble.
Verb
●
To become gentle.
●
To ennoble.
●
To
break
; to
tame
; to domesticate.
●
To
soothe
; to
calm
; to make gentle.
Noun
●
A person of high birth.
●
In Fishing:
A
maggot
used as
bait
by anglers.
●
A
trained
falcon
, or
falcon
-gentil.
Name
●
A surname.
Sourced from
Wiktionary
Origin
gentle
English
gentil
Middle English (1100-1500)
gentil
Old French (842-ca. 1400)
gentilis
Latin
-ilis
Latin
gens
Latin
Sourced from
Etym
Synonyms
Friendly
Kind
Polite
Respectful
Mild
Moderate
Kindly
Light
Antonyms
Rude
Brutal
Related
Delicate
Soft
Playful
Smooth
Considerate
Pleasant
Affectionate
Humble
Compassionate
Forceful
Graceful
Courteous
Sweet
Soothing
Generous
Sincere
Thoughtful
Subtle
Calm
Relaxed
Quiet
Beautiful
Cautious
Charming
Warm
Cheerful
Peaceful
Elegant
Gracious
Tactful
Careful
Discreet
Nice
Natural
Strong
Assertive
Comforting
Loving
Softly
Cool
Lovely
Demure
Comfortable
Tough
Serene
Caring
Relaxing
Blunt
Harsh
Stern
Stiff
Hearted
Cute
Aggressive
Calming
Bright
Empathetic
Tender
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