Word: Gently

Pronunciation

/ˈdʒentli/

Definitions

• Adverb: In a soft, mild, or smooth manner; without roughness, violence, or suddenness. It often describes actions that are performed with care or consideration.

Example usage:

• Describing Verb: “The mother stroked her baby gently to sleep.”
• “He closed the door gently so as not to disturb anyone.”
• “The breeze blew gently through the trees.”

Phrases

• “Gently does it”: An expression encouraging someone to act carefully or slowly.
• “Handle with care/gentleness”: To manage or treat something (or someone) in a careful and delicate manner.
• “Gently persuade”: To convince someone softly and with sensitivity rather than force.

Example Sentences

• Adverb:
  • “The teacher spoke to the student gently, trying not to upset them.”
  • “The surgeon manipulated the instruments gently during the operation.”
  • “The pianist played the melody gently, creating a soothing atmosphere.”

Synonyms

• Softly
• Mildly
• Tenderly
• Carefully
• Delicately
• Quietly
• Calmly
• Smoothly
• Slowly
• Easy
• Lightly