gentlebutpowerful
adjectiveUK /ˈdʒentl bʌt ˈpaʊəfl/
US /ˈdʒentl bʌt ˈpaʊərfl/
Soft and kind, but very strong.
The gentlebutpowerful river slowly carved a deep canyon through the rock.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A way of acting that is calm and caring but still gets big results.
Her gentlebutpowerful speech made everyone listen and change their minds.
3. Something that looks small or quiet but can do a lot.
The gentlebutpowerful breeze turned the whole field of windmills.
4. Being strong without being rough or loud.
He gave a gentlebutpowerful hug that made his little sister feel safe.