What does the cryptic crossword clue "Soft chap, solemn at heart (6)" mean?

The definition is "Soft". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). GENT (synonym="chap") + LE (synonym="LE") = GENTLE; definition: "Soft" The answer is GENTLE.

Soft chap, solemn at heart (6)

Times Cryptic #28592 | 15 Across | 2023-05-02 flower

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