(gen-tly) 2 syllables

Definition

adverb. in a soft or mild way.

Example Sentence

She gently held the new baby.

More Example Sentences

He gently placed the cat down.

Synonyms

softly; kindly; quietly

Antonyms

harshly; roughly; loudly

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Rhymes

  • bentley
  • bently
  • gently

  • intently

  • incidentally