Despitefully and Gently

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Despitefully adverb - In a mean or spiteful manner.

Usage example: a theater critic known for his despitefully negative reviews

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Gently is an antonym for despitefully.

Gently adverb - In a gentle manner.

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Despitefully is an antonym for gently.

Nearby Words: gentle, gentling, gentility, gentled

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Gently and Despitefully. (2016). Retrieved 2026, August 13, from https://thesaurus.plus/related/despitefully/gently

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