Gently

/ˈdʒɛntli/

Meaning & Definition

adverb

In a gentle manner; softly or kindly.

She gently placed the baby in the crib.

Without harshness or severity; mildly.

The teacher gently corrected the student's mistake.

With a light or soft touch.

He gently brushed the dust off the table.

Calmly and quietly.

The river flowed gently through the valley.

In a way that is not forceful.

The wind blew gently through the trees.

Middle English: from gentle + -ly.

gently does it

Proceed with care or caution.

gently reminded

To remind someone in a considerate way.

gently caress

To touch with light and loving pressure.

gentle

Having a mild or kind character.

gentleness

The quality of being kind and calm.

genti

An archaic term for 'kind' or 'noble'.