Synonyms for gently

Most common

softly · lightly

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Adverb

Antonyms

savagely, furiously, bluntly

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Definitions

1. adv. 1

   In a manner characterized by gentleness Without strong force or quickness: softly, lightly.

Example sentences

• lightly Think lightly of yourself and deeply of the world.
• softly He softly closed the door and tiptoed over to her.
• mildly And he comforted them, and spoke gently and mildly.

Popularity over time

Use in printed books, per decade from 1850 to 2019.

By length

6 letters

softly², mildly²

7 letters

lightly²

The small number after each word is its number of syllables (softly² = 2 syllables).