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Synonyms & Similar Words
softness
kindness
mildness
tenderness
delicacy
compassion
empathy
consideration
thoughtfulness
carefulness
subtlety
tact
courtesy
politeness
graciousness
benevolence
generosity
charity
leniency
clemency
mercy
forbearance
patience
understanding
solicitude
concern
gentility
refinement
subtlety
suavity
affability
amiability
geniality
cordiality
Meaning of Gentleness
The quality of being kind, considerate, and mild in manner or behavior
Definitions
- A gentle quality or character, such as gentleness of voice or gentleness of touch
- The state of being free from harshness, violence, or severity
Example Uses
- The nurse treated the patient with gentleness and care, making sure not to cause any further discomfort.
- The teacher's gentleness and patience helped to put the nervous student at ease.
- The gentle lapping of the waves against the shore created a soothing melody that calmed the mind.
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
harshness
cruelty
brutality
violence
severity
roughness
coarseness
rudeness
incivility
callousness
heartlessness
mercilessness
pitilessness
ferocity
savagery
barbarity
inhumanity
ruthlessness
mercilessness
hardness
sternness
austerity
strictness