gently
Pronunciation: [ˈdʒɛnt.li]
Word
Context: "behavior"
(adverb) in a way that is kind and not harsh. If you touch something gently, you do it softly and carefully, just like you would when handling a fragile object.
Example
She gently brushed the hair away from the child's face.
Example
He didn't gently close the door; he slammed it shut.
Example
Can you gently remind him to be quiet?
Context: "movement"
(adverb) in a soft or mild manner. This means doing something without a lot of force, like when you walk softly so you don’t make noise.
Example
The cat walked gently across the room.
Example
He didn't walk gently; he stomped loudly down the hall.
Example
Why are you trying to walk so gently?
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