English · Emotions & Feelings
gentleness
ˈdʒentlnəs
[ˈdʒentlnəs]
the quality of being gentle
Intermediatenoun
Definition
A kind, tender, and mild manner toward others.
Example
She treated the animals with great gentleness.
She treated the animals with great gentleness.
Etymology
From 'gentle' plus '-ness'.
How & Where It’s Used
Names a tender, caring character trait.