Gentlest

adjective

1. Tender and amiable; of a considerate or kindly disposition.

   "Stuart is a gentle man; he would never hurt you."

2. Soft and mild rather than hard or severe.

   "I felt something touch my shoulder; it was gentle and a little slimy."

3. Docile and easily managed.

   "We had a gentle swim in the lake."

4. Gradual rather than steep or sudden.

   "The walks in this area have a gentle incline."

5. Polite and respectful rather than rude.

   "He gave me a gentle reminder that we had to hurry up."