The Open Dictionary

gentle

adjective

UK/ˈdʒen.tᵊl/
US/ˈdʒen.t̬ᵊl/

Definitions of gentle adjective

  1. B1

    Calm, kind, or soft in manner or character.

    • A tender smile.

    • Her voice was very gentle.

    • He is very gentle in how he handles animals.

  2. B1

    Not violent, severe, or strong in force or intensity.

    • Gentle music played in the background.

    • She stroked the kitten with gentle movements.

    • This detergent is very gentle and won't irritate the skin.

  3. C1

    Not steep or sudden; gradual.

    • The riverbank slopes down with a gentle incline.

    • The road curved in a gentle arc.

    • We took a walk along a gentle trail.