gentle

• Qualifie une personne ou une chose qui est douce, tendre ou aimable par son caractère ou son action.

Describes a person or thing that is mild, soft, or kind in nature or action.

1. Mild or soft in mannerA2formal

   Having a mild, kind, or tender nature; not rough or violent.

   doux, douce (en parlant d'une personne)

   • She spoke in a gentle voice to calm the child.
   • He gave her a gentle hug.
   • The nurse was very gentle with the patient.

   Synonymesamiablebenevolentcaringcompassionatedocilekindmeekmildsoftsweettemperatetender

   Antonymesbrutalcruelfierceharshroughsternviolent

2. Not strong or intenseA2formal

   Used to describe something that is not strong, severe, or extreme.

   doux, modéré

   • A gentle breeze was blowing through the trees.
   • The soap is gentle enough for sensitive skin.
   • The exercise is gentle on the joints.

   Synonymeseasylenientlightmildmoderateslightsofttemperate

   Antonymesforcefulharshheavyintensepowerfulseverestrongviolent

3. Gradual or moderateB1formal

   Slow and gradual in action or effect.

   Doux, modéré

   • There is a gentle slope leading to the beach.
   • The medicine provides gentle relief from pain.
   • The hill has a gentle incline, perfect for beginners.

   Synonymeseasygradualmildmoderateslightsoft

   Antonymesabruptdrasticsharpsuddenviolent