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softest

adj.
A2 Elementary US //ˈsɔftəst// UK //sˈɒftəst// soft·est

adj. the most gentle, smooth, or easy to touch. You use this to describe the thing that is least hard or firm in a group.

adj. the superlative form of 'soft', indicating the highest degree of gentleness, smoothness, or lack of firmness.


SIMPLE

This is the softest blanket I have ever owned.

CONTEXTUAL

After trying several different pillows, she finally chose the softest one for her bedroom.

COMPLEX

The artist used the softest brush available to ensure that the delicate petals in the painting would not appear too harsh or defined.

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