gentlystrong
adjectiveUK /ˈdʒɛntli strɒŋ/
US /ˈdʒɛntli strɔːŋ/
Being kind and soft while also being brave and tough inside.
The gentlystrong mother bear protected her cubs without ever being mean.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. Able to lift heavy things without being rough.
He was gentlystrong and carried the box without dropping it.
3. Speaking in a quiet voice but still being very sure.
Her gentlystrong words made everyone listen.
4. Being patient and calm even when things are hard.
The gentlystrong teacher helped the class stay happy all day.