Word: gently
Part of speech: Adverb
Syllables: gen
tly
Definition: in a gentle manner; having or showing a kindly or tender nature
Morphemes:
Affix: gentle
Language: en
PoS: Adjective
Meaning: Tender and amiable; of a considerate or kindly disposition.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: gentilis
Language: la
Decoded: gentilis
Meaning: of the same family or clan
Affix: -ly
Language: en
PoS: Suffix
Meaning: Used to form adverbs from adjectives.