Gentle and Lax

Gentle

Gentle adjective - Not harsh or stern especially in nature or effect.

Lax and gentle are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Lax" instead an adjective "Gentle".

Lax

Lax adjective - Failing to give proper care and attention.

Gentle and lax are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Gentle" instead an adjective "Lax".

Nearby Word: laxly
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