softlydirect
adverbUK /ˈsɒftli daɪˈrɛkt/
US /ˈsɔftli daɪˈrɛkt/
In a gentle way that quietly shows someone what to do.
She softlydirected the children to line up for lunch.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. To give a hint in a soft voice so someone figures out the answer.
The teacher softlydirected him toward the right spelling.
3. To move something slowly and carefully into place.
He softlydirected the little boat to the shore.
4. To help a group stay calm and on track without being loud.
The coach softlydirected the team through the drill.