Of an object, substance, the weather, etc.: weak, lacking strength or violence; mild, gentle, soft, light; †supple, pliant (obsolete).

In extended use: soft, not harsh or violent. Obsolete. rare.

Of an action or instrument: Not forcible or rough; gentle, soft; acting or touching gently.

Of actions, means, etc.: moderate or restrained in character; carried on, performed, etc., without harshness, severity, or violence.

Of actions: Free from harshness or violence.

Moderate in operation, intensity, effect, rate, etc.

Soft, sweet, balmy; gentle.

figurative. Soft, mild, gentle. Obsolete.

In form rose-water, rosewater. Pleasant, gentle, conciliatory; refined. Now rare.

Resembling a pad; soft, plump, cushiony. Also in extended use: mild, gentle, good-natured.