What does gentle mean?
gentle
Synonyms: mild
Definition
Not harsh, so it is unlikely to irritate skin or damage fabric.
Example sentences
My hands are all cracked from doing the dishes — I need a gentler soap.
My hands are all cracked from doing the dishes — I need a gentler soap.
It's a gentle laundry detergent, so I use it for the baby's clothes.
It's a gentle laundry detergent, so I use it for the baby's clothes.
Get a mild soap for the baby, nothing with perfume in it.