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Gentle is often used to mean "kindly and amiable." But a look at its history and evolution reveals an enchanting surprise.Gentle is derived from the Latingentilis meaning "belonging to the same family." This element of familial distinction is reflected in the earliest senses of gentle, "of good birth or family" and "noble."