definition of
gentleness

[1] #1 gentleness n. [gradualness] the property possessed by a slope that is very gradual. wn

[2] #2 gentleness n. [softness, mildness] acting in a manner that is gentle and mild and even-tempered; "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". wn