English Explanatory Dictionary

gentleness

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. The state of being gentle.

Pronunciation

/ˈd͡ʒɛntl̩nəs/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-gentleness.wav

Word forms

gentleness gentlenesses

Etymology

From Middle English gentilnesse; equivalent to gentle + -ness.

Synonyms

douceur sweetness
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