Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
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gradual | Yes | Yes | No | No |
gentle | No | Yes | Yes | No |
gradual (noun) | gentle (noun) |
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(Roman Catholic Church) an antiphon (usually from the Book of Psalms) immediately after the epistle at Mass |
gradual (adjective) | gentle (adjective) |
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proceeding in small stages | marked by moderate steepness |
(of a topographical gradient) not steep or abrupt | having little impact |
soft and mild; not harsh or stern or severe | |
belonging to or characteristic of the nobility or aristocracy | |
quiet and soothing | |
easily handled or managed | |
having or showing a kindly or tender nature |
gradual (verb) | gentle (verb) |
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stroke soothingly | |
cause to be more favorably inclined; gain the good will of | |
give a title to someone; make someone a member of the nobility |