Superlative for having a considerate or kindly disposition
“He was a gentle man who would not hurt a fly.”
Superlative for delicate or soothing in effect or degree
“She heard his gentle and comforting voice call out to her.”
Superlative for mild or moderate in effect or degree
“A little while later, there was a gentle knock on the door.”
(of a slope) Superlative for gradual, not steep
“He had no trouble riding his bike up the gentle slope.”
Superlative for low in volume
“She was a shy person who spoke with a gentle tone.”
(of an animal) Superlative for tame or domesticated
“Her pet dog was gentle and loved playing with children.”
(archaic, of a person) Superlative for having the characteristics attributed to noble birth
“My guests were gentle folk with a refined etiquette.”
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