overgentle

/ˌoʊvərˈdʒɛntəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

excessively gentle; overly delicate or tender

“She found the overgentle approach of the therapist to be annoying.”

2. adverb

in an excessively gentle manner

“He handled the delicate vase with overgentle care.”

Synonyms

  • excessively gentle
  • overly delicate
  • tender

Antonyms

  • brutal
  • coarse
  • harsh