Gentleness and Ruthlessness

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Gentleness noun - Acting in a manner that is gentle and mild and even-tempered.

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Ruthlessness is an antonym for gentleness.

Nearby Word: gentle

Ruthlessness noun - Feelings of extreme heartlessness.

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Gentleness is an antonym for ruthlessness in cruel treatment topic.

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