gentle
/ˈdʒɛntl/
gen · tle
ˈdʒɛn · tl
English Definition
adj. having or showing a mild, kind, or tender temperament or character
Significado en Español
suave, amable
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
dịu dàng, hiền lành
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
gent(from ''gentle'') + le (adjective suffix) → gentle, kind.
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Which word is closest in meaning to “gentle”?
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A
harsh
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B
kind
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C
loud
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D
aggressive
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B — kind.
“gentle” means adj. having or showing a mild, kind, or tender temperament or character
Common questions about “gentle”
What does “gentle” mean?
gentle — adj. having or showing a mild, kind, or tender temperament or character. In Chinese: 温柔的，和善的.
How do you pronounce “gentle”?
gentle is pronounced /ˈdʒɛntl/. It breaks into 2 syllables: gen · tle.
Is “gentle” an ISEE Lower-level word?
Yes. gentle appears on the iSEE Vocab Lower list, which covers 615 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “gentle”?
gent(from ''gentle'') + le (adjective suffix) → gentle, kind.
