单词 | gently |
释义 | gently gently /ˈdʒent.li/ adverb B2 calmly, kindly, or softly: » He lifted the baby gently out of its cot.» to smile/laugh/blow gentlyThesaurus+: ↑Tender and gentle , ↑Kind and thoughtfulF0 without force or strength: » The door closed gently.Thesaurus+: ↑Moving gently on footThesaurus+: ↑Slow and moving slowlyF0 slightly or gradually: » gently rolling hillsThesaurus+: ↑Words meaning small pieces and amountsWord Builder:–Nouns: gentleness–Adjectives: gentle–Adverbs: gently• • • Extra Examples:» Push the clutch in, put the car into gear, rev the engine and then gently let the clutch out.» The road slopes gently downwards for a mile or two.» Use your fingertips to gently flatten the pastry.» The teacher gently reproved the boys for not paying attention.» When it's icy, brake gently. |
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