Gently and Severely

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Gently adverb - In a gentle manner.

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Severely is an antonym for gently.

Nearby Words: gentle, gentling, gentility, gentled

Severely adverb - In a manner so as to cause loss or suffering.

Usage example: the building was severely damaged by the explosion

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Gently is an antonym for severely.

Nearby Words: severe, severity

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