GENTLENESS Synonyms

• the property of giving little resistance to pressure and being easily cut or molded

• poor physical condition; being out of shape or out of condition (as from a life of ease and luxury)

• the quality of weather that is deliciously mild and soothing

• a state of declining economic condition

• a sound property that is free from loudness or stridency

• a visual property that is subdued and free from brilliance or glare

• acting in a manner that is gentle and mild and even-tempered

• the quality of being indistinct and without sharp outlines

• the trait of being effeminate (derogatory of a man)

• a disposition to be lenient in judging others

• the taste experience when sugar dissolves in the mouth

• the property of tasting as if it contains sugar

• a pleasingly sweet olfactory property

• the quality of giving pleasure

• steadiness of mind under stress

• an absence of strong winds or rain

• a feeling of calm; an absence of agitation or excitement

• the quality of being beautiful and delicate in appearance

• something considered choice to eat

• refined taste; tact

• slenderness

• lack of physical strength

• subtly skillful handling of a situation

• lightness in movement or manner

• the quality of being warmhearted and considerate and humane and sympathetic

• tendency to be kind and forgiving

• a kind act

• the feeling of patient, submissive humbleness

• a disposition to be patient and long suffering

• a texture without roughness; smooth to the touch

• powerful and effective language

• the quality of being bland and gracious or ingratiating in manner

• the quality of having a level and even surface

• the quality of being free from errors or interruptions

• a tendency to express warm and affectionate feeling

• a pain that is felt (as when the area is touched)

• warm compassionate feelings

• a positive feeling of liking

• a feeling of concern for the welfare of someone (especially someone defenseless)

• a disposition free from stress or emotion

• an untroubled state; free from disturbances

• a state of peace and quiet

• the property possessed by a slope that is very gradual

• the quality of being gradual or of coming about by gradual stages

• Sweetness of manner: agreeableness, gentleness.

• Sweet speech: a compliment.

• A sweetener: a gift offered to sweeten another's attitude, a tip or bribe.

• A tax break provided as an inducement to sell valuable items (especially art) to public collections rather than on the open market.