tenerity

/tɛnəˈrɪti, ˌtɛnəˈrɪsɪti/

Definitions

1. noun

The quality of being gentle, kind, and compassionate; mildness of disposition or manner.

“Her tenerity and empathy towards the homeless people in the city earned her a lot of respect from her colleagues.”

Synonyms

  • gentleness
  • mildness

Antonyms

  • brutality
  • harshness