Gentleness

Pronunciation: /ˈdʒɛntl̩nəs/

Definitions of gentleness

noun the quality of being kind, tender, or mild-mannered

Example Sentences

A1 She treated the injured bird with gentleness.

A2 The teacher spoke to the students with gentleness and patience.

B1 His gentleness towards his younger siblings showed his caring nature.

B2 The therapist approached the patient with gentleness and empathy.

C1 The artist's work was known for its delicate gentleness and attention to detail.

C2 The diplomat handled the delicate negotiations with a remarkable sense of gentleness and tact.

Examples of gentleness in a Sentence

formal Her gentleness towards the patients made her a favorite nurse at the hospital.

informal I appreciate your gentleness in handling the situation with care.

slang I dig your gentleness, dude. It's cool to see someone so chill.

figurative The gentleness of the morning sun slowly warmed the earth, bringing life to everything it touched.

Grammatical Forms of gentleness

• plural: gentlenesses
• comparative: gentler
• superlative: gentlest
• present tense: gentle
• future tense: will be gentle
• perfect tense: has been gentle
• continuous tense: is being gentle
• singular: gentleness
• positive degree: gentle
• infinitive: to be gentle
• gerund: gentling
• participle: gentled

Origin and Evolution of gentleness

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Old French

Story behind the word: The word 'gentleness' originated from the Old French word 'gentilesse' which derived from the Latin word 'gentilis' meaning 'of the same clan or family'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'gentleness' has evolved to encompass not just familial connections but also qualities such as kindness, tenderness, and consideration towards others.