ADV
- very
- almost
- Her expression became soft, almost tender
- quite
PREP
- towards
- He felt tender and loving towards her
ADV
- beautifully, very
- This meat is beautifully tender
- just
- Boil the potatoes in salted water until just tender
- almost
- quite
VERBS
- be, feel, look
- The back of my neck feels very tender
- become