gentle
- v cause to be more favorably inclined; gain the good will of
- v give a title to someone; make someone a member of the nobility
- v stroke soothingly
- s soft and mild; not harsh or stern or severe
a gentle reprimand
a vein of gentle irony
poked gentle fun at him - s having or showing a kindly or tender nature
the gentle touch of her hand
her gentle manner was comforting
a gentle sensitive nature
gentle blue eyes - s quiet and soothing
a gentle voice
a gentle nocturne - s belonging to or characteristic of the nobility or aristocracy
of gentle blood - s easily handled or managed
a gentle old horse, docile and obedient - s having little impact
gentle rain
a gentle breeze - s marked by moderate steepness
a gentle slope