gentle
Pronunciation: [ˈdʒɛntəl]
Word
Context: "behavior"
(adjective) when a person or animal is soft, kind, and not harsh. If someone is gentle, they are caring and make sure not to hurt others, like petting a small animal carefully.
Example
The gentle touch of her hand made the baby smile.
Example
He was not gentle at all; he scared the puppy with his loud voice.
Example
Can you be gentle when you handle the fragile toy?
Context: "strength"
(adjective) when something is not strong or intense. If a breeze is gentle, it means it's soft and not blowing too hard.
Example
The gentle breeze felt nice on a hot day.
Example
The storm was not gentle; it had strong winds that knocked down trees.
Example
Was the wind gentle enough for us to have a picnic outside?
Context: "appearance"
(adjective) when something looks soft and mild, which makes it more pleasant. A gentle color is usually soft and soothing, like light blue or pale pink.
Example
She painted her room a gentle shade of green that made it feel peaceful.
Example
The bright red walls were too harsh; they were not gentle at all.
Example
Does the gentle color of the curtains make the room feel cozy?
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