Synonyms for gentle
45 synonyms for “gentle”, grouped by meaning. Dark green words mean nearly the same thing; light green ones are close in some uses.
Gentle as in “docile”
adjective: easily handled or managed
- docile
- tame
- easygoing
- kindly
- amiable
- affable
- good-natured
- indulgent
- genial
- serene
- languid
- lazy
- forgiving
- merciful
- tranquil
Gentle as in “soft”
adjective: soft and mild; not harsh or stern or severe
- soft
- mild
- mellow
- smooth
- sweet
- steady
- cool
- sober
- tender
- soothing
Gentle as in “kind”
adjective: having or showing a kindly or tender nature
- kind
- quiet
- calm
- gradual
- compassionate
- delicate
- friendly
Gentle as in “pacify”
verb: cause to be more favorably inclined; gain the good will of
- pacify
- mollify
- appease
- soothe
Gentle as in “aristocratic”
adjective: belonging to or characteristic of the nobility or aristocracy
- aristocratic
- noble
- humble
- patrician
Gentle as in “easy”
adjective: having little impact
- easy
- light
- pleasant
- slow
- faint
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