English adverb: gently | |||
| 1. | gently in a gradual manner | ||
| Samples | A gently sloping terrain. | ||
| 2. | gently in a gentle manner | ||
| Samples | He talked gently to the injured animal. | ||
| Synonyms | mildly | ||
| 3. | gently with little weight or force | ||
| Samples | She kissed him lightly on the forehead. | ||
| Synonyms | lightly, softly | ||