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gentler vs more gentle

Both 'gentler' and 'more gentle' are correct comparative forms of the adjective 'gentle'. 'Gentler' is more commonly used and considered more natural in English. 'More gentle' is also correct but may sound slightly formal or literary.

Last updated: March 22, 2024 • 29106 views

gentler

This is a correct comparative form of the adjective 'gentle'.

Use 'gentler' when comparing the degree of gentleness between two things or people. It is the more common and natural choice in everyday English.

Examples:

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Alternatives:

  • more gentle
  • less harsh
  • softer
  • milder
  • more tender

more gentle

This is also a correct comparative form of the adjective 'gentle'.

You can use 'more gentle' when comparing the degree of gentleness, especially in formal or literary contexts. It may sound slightly more formal than 'gentler'.

Examples:

  • The waves became more gentle as we approached the shore.
  • She spoke in a more gentle tone.
  • Jun 14, 2024 ... What's the difference between “gentler” and “more gentle “? Grammar / Syntax.
  • 9635 Followers, 178 Following, 179 Posts - Addie (@more.gentle.reminders) on Instagram: "self love, self care & mental health reminders. ♥️ even more gentle ...
  • Jan 3, 2024 ... I started the idea of a Gentle January about 10 years ago when I was at my winter worst. · After deciding to make my January's more gentle, it ...
  • Sep 3, 2020 ... Today contributor Carol Bruess is writing about the infinite power of becoming a bit more gentle in life, both to ourselves and to others.
  • Jul 16, 2024 ... It would be nice if people were more gentle and kinder with their words and actions toward other people.
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  • Learning to Be More Gentle with Myself - How 21 days of art during Mental Health Awareness Month allowed me to reset and refocus.
  • Apr 30, 2018 ... Most dictionaries list "gentler" as the comparative form of "gentle", but "more gentle" also sounds correct. According to this forum post, it is.
  • May 30, 2012 ... gentle, quiet, clever, simple, friendly. I found them as double form: gentle - gentler - the gentlest or more gentle, the most gentle, etc.

Alternatives:

  • gentler
  • less harsh
  • softer
  • milder
  • more tender

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