Gently and Powerfully

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Gently adverb - In a gentle manner.

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Powerfully is an antonym for gently.

Nearby Words: gentle, gentling, gentility, gentled

Powerfully adverb - In a vigorous and forceful manner.

Usage example: began to row powerfully toward the shore

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Gently is an antonym for powerfully.

Nearby Words: power, powerful, powerhouse, powerless

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