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- DictionarySoft·ness/ˈsôf(t)nəs/
noun
- 1. the quality of being easy to mold, cut, compress, or fold: "I snuggled deeper into the warm softness of my bed"
- 2. a subtle effect or contrast; lack of sharp definition: "a general softness of focus"
the quality of not being forceful, loud, or easily noticed: Some people were surprised by the softness of his voice. disapproving. the quality of not being severe or forceful enough, especially in criticizing or punishing someone who has done something wrong: He was criticized for his softness on crime. More examples.
Definitions of softness. noun. the property of giving little resistance to pressure and being easily cut or molded. see more. noun. the quality of weather that is deliciously mild and soothing. “the climate had the softness of the south of France”. synonyms: balminess. see more.
softness. noun. /ˈsɒftnəs/ /ˈsɔːftnəs/ [uncountable, singular] the quality of changing shape easily when pressed; the quality of not being stiff or hard. I rested back against the softness of the pillows. opposite hardness (1) Take your English to the next level.
softness in British English. (ˈsɒftnɪs ) noun. 1. the quality or an instance of being soft. 2. metallurgy. the tendency of a metal to distort easily. See brittleness (sense 2), toughness (sense 2) Collins English Dictionary.
It prefers nonconfrontation, and calmness and softness of voice are valued when dealing with adversity. From The Daily Beast One senses a romantic softness at the core of the steely woman Americans met during her years of public service.
softness in British English. (ˈsɒftnɪs ) noun. 1. the quality or an instance of being soft. 2. metallurgy. the tendency of a metal to distort easily. See brittleness (sense 2), toughness (sense 2) Collins English Dictionary.
noun. These are words and phrases related to softness. Click on any word or phrase to go to its thesaurus page. Or, go to the definition of softness. TENDERNESS. Synonyms. tenderness. gentleness. delicacy. mildness. kindness. kindliness. loving-kindness. compassion. sympathy. goodness. benevolence. beneficence. humanity. humaneness. mercifulness.
What does the noun softness mean? There are 15 meanings listed in OED's entry for the noun softness , two of which are labelled obsolete. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence.
easy, comfortable, etc.: He has a soft job. weak, spiritless, etc., as from lack of challenge: We've grown soft with all these modern conveniences. Chemistry (of water) mostly free from mineral salts that interfere with the action of soap.
noun poor physical condition; being out of shape or out of condition (as from a life of ease and luxury) noun a disposition to be lenient in judging others. noun the property of giving little resistance to pressure and being easily cut or molded. noun a visual property that is subdued and free from brilliance or glare.
