Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
tendre
Adjective
/tɛndər/
Definition
The act of stretching or extending something, often used in a context relating to softness or delicacy.
Examples
- She had a tendre heart that cared deeply for others.
- The tendre leaves of the young plant needed protection from the sun.
Meaning
Tendre generally refers to the quality of being soft, gentle, or weak when compared to something more robust or rigid.
Synonyms
- soft
- gentle
- delicate