gentleness Meaning, Definition & Usage
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noun the property possessed by a slope that is very gradual
gradualness.
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noun acting in a manner that is gentle and mild and even-tempered
softness; mildness.
- his fingers have learned gentleness
- suddenly her gigantic power melted into softness for the baby
- even in the pulpit there are moments when mildness of manner is not enough
WordNet
Gen"tle*ness noun
Definitions
The quality or state of being gentle, well-born, mild, benevolent, docile, etc.; gentility; softness of manners, disposition, etc.; mildness.