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WordNet: gently
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The adverb has 3 meanings:

Meaning #1: in a gradual manner
  Derived from adjective: gentle (meaning #7)

Meaning #2: in a gentle manner
  Synonym: mildly
  Derived from adjective: gentle (meaning #3)

Meaning #3: with little weight or force
  Synonyms: lightly, softly
  Derived from adjective: gentle (meaning #6)


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