All gently synonyms
gen·tle
G g adv gently
- mildly — amiably gentle or temperate in feeling or behavior toward others.
- lightly — with little weight, force, intensity, etc.; gently: to press lightly on a door bell.
- smoothly — free from projections or unevenness of surface; not rough: smooth wood; a smooth road.
- tenderly — soft or delicate in substance; not hard or tough: a tender steak.
- blandly — If you do something blandly, you do it in a calm and quiet way.
- benevolently — characterized by or expressing goodwill or kindly feelings: a benevolent attitude; her benevolent smile.
- considerately — showing kindly awareness or regard for another's feelings, circumstances, etc.: a very considerate critic.
adverb gently
- softly — yielding readily to touch or pressure; easily penetrated, divided, or changed in shape; not hard or stiff: a soft pillow.
- quietly — making no noise or sound, especially no disturbing sound: quiet neighbors.
- soothingly — that soothes: a soothing voice.
- kindly — having, showing, or proceeding from a benevolent disposition or spirit; kindhearted: kindly people.
- moderately — kept or keeping within reasonable or proper limits; not extreme, excessive, or intense: a moderate price.
- slightly — small in amount, degree, etc.: a slight increase; a slight odor.
- gradually — taking place, changing, moving, etc., by small degrees or little by little: gradual improvement in health.