Synonyms for gentle

Some common synonyms of gentle are: gentle [a.] 1. Mild, bland, moderate, kind, tender, compassionate, indulgent, meek, soft, humane, clement, lenient, merciful, of a sweet disposition, ~-hearted, tender-hearted. 2. Tame, docile, peaceable, quiet, tractable, pacific, dove-like. 3. Light, moderate, soft, bland, zephyr-like, mild. 4. High-born, noble, well-born, of good family. 5. Refined, cultivated, well-bred, polished, courteous.