overgently

/ɒvərˈdʒɛntli/

Definitions

1. adverb

in a gentle manner, especially after being rough or harsh

“She spoke overgently to the child to calm it down.”

2. adverb

with excessive gentleness

“He handled the fragile vase overgently to avoid breaking it.”

Synonyms

  • gently
  • softly
  • tenderly

Antonyms

  • coarsely
  • harshly
  • roughly