gentleness
noun
gen·tle·ness
ˈjen-tᵊl-nəs 
: the quality or state of being gentle
especially
: mildness of manners or disposition
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Every movement Edith makes is precise, careful and filled with infinite gentleness.
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Forbes.com, 8 Apr. 2025
For eye makeup removers, gentleness is key—especially for sensitive eyes.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 1 Apr. 2025
During Valentine's season, focus on warmth, coziness, and gentleness.
—Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Feb. 2025
Our test parent loved the gentleness over the typical abrupt tapping their teen on the shoulder to rise.
—Cheryl Fenton, Parents, 28 Jan. 2025
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Forbes.com, 8 Apr. 2025
For eye makeup removers, gentleness is key—especially for sensitive eyes.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 1 Apr. 2025
During Valentine's season, focus on warmth, coziness, and gentleness.
—Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Feb. 2025
Our test parent loved the gentleness over the typical abrupt tapping their teen on the shoulder to rise.
—Cheryl Fenton, Parents, 28 Jan. 2025
See All Example Sentences for gentleness
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“Gentleness.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/gentleness. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.
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