gentleyettough
adjectiveUK /ˈdʒɛntəl jɛt tʌf/
US /ˈdʒɛntəl jɛt tʌf/
Being kind and soft but also strong when you need to be.
She was gentleyettough with the scared puppy, holding it softly but firmly.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A way of handling something with care while still being strong.
He fixed the toy in a gentleyettough way so it would not break again.
3. Being calm and patient but not giving up.
Her gentleyettough answer helped the child calm down and listen.
4. A mix of softness and strength in how someone acts.
The coach was gentleyettough, cheering kindly but pushing the team to try hard.