Word Information
Softness
- Scrabble US/Canada (OTCWL)
- Scrabble UK (SOWPODS)
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Definitions for Softness
noun
the property of giving little resistance to pressure and being easily cut or molded
noun
poor physical condition
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Examples
- being out of shape or out of condition (as from a life of ease and luxury)
noun
the quality of weather that is deliciously mild and soothing
Synonyms
Examples
- the day's heat faded into balminess
- the climate had the softness of the south of France
noun
a state of declining economic condition
Examples
- orders have recently picked up after a period of extreme softness
- he attributes the disappointing results to softness in the economy
noun
a sound property that is free from loudness or stridency
Examples
- and in softness almost beyond hearing
noun
a visual property that is subdued and free from brilliance or glare
Examples
- the softness of the morning sky
noun
acting in a manner that is gentle and mild and even-tempered
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- his fingers have learned gentleness
- suddenly her gigantic power melted into softness for the baby
- even in the pulpit there are moments when mildness of manner is not enough
noun
the quality of being indistinct and without sharp outlines
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noun
the trait of being effeminate (derogatory of a man)
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- the students associated science with masculinity and arts with effeminacy
- Spartans accused Athenians of effeminateness
- he was shocked by the softness of the atmosphere surrounding the young prince, arising from the superfluity of the femininity that guided him
noun
a disposition to be lenient in judging others
Examples
- softness is not something permitted of good leaders
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