# softness

/ˈsɔfnəs/ (US) · /sˈɒftnəs/ (UK) · CEFR B1 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/softness
Updated: 2026-05-18

## Definition

the quality of being gentle, smooth, or easy to touch. It can also describe a quiet or mild way of speaking or acting.

For teachers: the quality of being gentle, smooth, or yielding to pressure. It can also refer to a mild or gentle manner of speaking or behaving.

## Examples

- The softness of the blanket made it very comfortable.
- The softness of the morning light made the garden look like a painting.
- The diplomat's softness in negotiations allowed for a peaceful resolution that avoided the harsh consequences of a public confrontation.

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