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   gentle

   /ˈdʒɛntl/

   adjective

   • 1. having or showing a mild, kind, or tender temperament or character: "a gentle, sensitive man" Similar kindkindlytenderbenignhumanelenientmercifulforgivingforbearingsympatheticconsiderateunderstandingclementcompassionatebenevolentkind-heartedtender-heartedgood-naturedsweet-temperedlovingmildsoftquietshydemuremodesthumbleretiringunassumingstilltranquilpeacefulpeaceablepacificplacidserenereposefulreverentmeekdocilelamblikedove-likeOpposite unkindbrutal
   • 2. moderate in action, effect, or degree; not strong or violent: "take some gentle exercise" Similar lightsoftzephyr-likemoderatepleasantOpposite strong
   • ▪ (of a slope) gradual: "a gentle embankment" Similar gradualslighteasyimperceptibleOpposite steep
   • 3. (of a person) noble or having the qualities attributed to noble birth; courteous and chivalrous. archaic Similar aristocraticnobletitledupper-classblue-bloodedhigh-bornwell bornpatricianeliteborn with a silver spoon in one's mouthsilver-spooninformal:poshupper-crustupmarkettop-drawerOpposite low

   verb

   • 1. make or become gentle: "Cobb's tone gentled a little"
   • ▪ touch (a person or animal) gently, typically in order to make them calmer or more docile.

   Word Origin Middle English: from Old French gentil ‘high-born, noble’, from Latin gentilis ‘of the same clan’ (see gentile). The original sense was ‘nobly born’, hence ‘courteous, chivalrous’, later ‘mild, moderate in action or disposition’ (mid 16th century).

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   1 day ago · behaving in or having a mild or gentle manner.

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   5 days ago · Knowing how to describe a person is an important skill to have in English. Read this guide to learn 4 different ways to describe people, along with lots of useful words and phrases. We talk about how to describe someone's appearance, mannerisms, character and more.

4. www.askdifference.com › gents-vs-gentlemanGents vs. Gentleman — What’s the Difference?

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   Jun 14, 2024 · While "gents" can be used to address or describe a group of men in casual or informal settings, "gentleman" implies a standard of behavior that includes politeness, respect for others, and a sense of honor. This distinction is not merely about social standing but about the qualities that define a man's character and his interactions with others.

5. www.ncesc.com › geographic-pedia › what-is-a-gentle-slope-inWhat is a gentle slope in geography? - Geographic Pedia - NCESC

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   Jun 22, 2024 · A gentle slope refers to a slight incline in the land’s topography. It is the opposite of a steep slope, which signifies a sharp incline. When we observe the landscape, we can differentiate between steep and gentle slopes.

6. aboutislam.net › allah-loves-gentleness-thingsAllah Loves Gentleness in All Things | About Islam

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   Jun 27, 2024 · One of the most beloved qualities of good character to Allah is kindness and gentleness. Allah has reserved a special reward for those who are kind and gentle. Aisha reported: The Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) said: “O Aisha, Allah is gentle and He loves gentleness.

7. www.british-history.ac.uk › no-series › traded-goodsGent - Genuine | British History Online

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   A term, often shortened to GENT, used to describe a man in whom gentle birth was accompanied by appropriate qualities and behaviour, or one merely of gentle birth or having the same heraldic status as one.

8. www.ncesc.com › geographic-faq › what-are-the-types-of-slopesWhat are the types of slopes gentle and steep? - NCESC

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   Jun 26, 2024 · A gentle slope has a gradual incline and does not exceed a ratio of 1:20 (rise:run). The slope rises only 1 unit for every 20 units of horizontal distance. Contrastingly, a steep slope has a steeper incline with a ratio greater than 1:20.