gentlephrasing
nounUK /ˈdʒɛntəlˌfreɪzɪŋ/
US /ˈdʒɛntəlˌfreɪzɪŋ/
Gentlephrasing means saying something in a soft and kind way.
She used gentlephrasing to tell her friend the news without making him sad.
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2. The act of choosing words carefully to avoid hurting someone's feelings.
His gentlephrasing kept the meeting calm and friendly.
3. A style of writing or speaking that sounds calm and soothing.
The storybook's gentlephrasing made it perfect for bedtime.
4. A way of giving criticism that focuses on kindness rather than blame.
The coach's gentlephrasing helped the young players improve without feeling bad.