CEFR B2

gentleness

noun

Meaning

The quality of being kind, tender, or mild in nature or behavior.

Examples

Her voice was full of gentleness as she comforted the crying child.
Despite his large size, the dog showed surprising gentleness with the kittens.

Synonyms: kindness, tenderness, mildness, benevolence, clemency

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gentleness (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈdʒɛntlnəs/

Definition

The quality of being kind, tender, or mild in nature or behavior.

Examples

Her voice was full of gentleness as she comforted the crying child.
Despite his large size, the dog showed surprising gentleness with the kittens.
The artist captured the gentleness of the morning light in her painting.

Synonyms of gentleness

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Antonyms of gentleness

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