gentler

adjective

1. 1

   Tender and amiable; of a considerate or kindly disposition.

   “Stuart is a gentle man; he would never hurt you.”

2. 2

   Soft and mild rather than hard or severe.

   “I felt something touch my shoulder; it was gentle and a little slimy.”

3. 3

   Docile and easily managed.

   “We had a gentle swim in the lake.”

4. 4

   Gradual rather than steep or sudden.

   “The walks in this area have a gentle incline.”

5. 5

   Polite and respectful rather than rude.

   “He gave me a gentle reminder that we had to hurry up.”

6. 6

   Well-born; of a good family or respectable birth, though not noble.