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   Soft·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"
   • ▪ the quality of having a smooth surface or texture; lack of roughness: "the velvet softness of the fur"
   • ▪ lack of courage; weakness: "his mother upbraided him for his softness"
   • ▪ the tendency of a market, currency, or commodity to fall in value: "pressure on businesses due to continued softness in the global equity markets"
   • 2. a subtle effect or contrast; lack of sharp definition: "a general softness of focus"
   • ▪ the quality of a sound being quiet and gentle: "the softness of her voice mesmerized him"
   • ▪ the quality of being mild, gentle, or tender; lack of force: "the softness of the breeze"
   • 3. the quality of being sympathetic, lenient, or compassionate: "he recommended conciliation and softness towards national minorities"
   • ▪ lack of harshness or anger in words or language; mildness: "the softness of the words were not lost on him"
   • 4. the degree to which water is free from mineral salts that make lathering difficult: "a glass-care program regulates the water softness"

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2. dictionary.cambridge.org › english › softnessSOFTNESS | definition in the Cambridge English Dictionary

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   softness noun [U] (GENTLE) B1. 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:

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   Definition of softness noun from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. 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) Want to learn more?

4. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › softnessSoftness - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com

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   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.

5. www.collinsdictionary.com › english › softnessSOFTNESS definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   2 days ago · 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.

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   Definition Of Softness. Softness is a multifaceted concept that encompasses a range of qualities and characteristics. At its core, softness refers to a state or quality of being gentle, yielding, or malleable. It is the antithesis of hardness or rigidity, embodying a sense of pliability and delicacy.

7. www.collinsdictionary.com › english › softnessSOFTNESS definition in American English | Collins English ...

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   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. Copyright © HarperCollins Publishers. Examples of 'softness' in a sentence. softness.

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   adj. giving in easily to touch or pressure: a soft pillow. Metallurgy relatively easy to bend, crush, or cut, such as metal or wood: a soft lead pencil. smooth and pleasing to the touch; not rough: soft skin. pleasant or comfortable: a soft chair. low or subdued in sound: soft music. not harsh or unpleasant to the eye: soft light.