The meaning of GENTLY is in a gentle manner. How to use gently in a sentence.

GENTLY meaning: 1. calmly, kindly, or softly: 2. without force or strength: 3. slightly or gradually: . Learn more.

Definition of gently adverb in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

gently – politely 1. 'gently' If you do something gently, you do it carefully and without using force, in order to avoid hurting someone or damaging something. I shook her gently and she opened …

Gentle, meek, mild refer to an absence of bad temper or belligerence. Gentle has reference esp. to disposition and behavior, and often suggests a deliberate or voluntary kindness or …

There are five meanings listed in OED's entry for the adverb gently, one of which is labelled obsolete. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence.

GENTLE meaning: 1 : having or showing a kind and quiet nature not harsh or violent; 2 : not hard or forceful

GENTLY definition: in a kind and amiable manner. See examples of gently used in a sentence.

gently meaning, definition, what is gently: in a gentle way: Learn more.

If you do something gently you do it in a kind, mild, and calm manner. She smiled gently.