soft

1 of 3

adjective

ˈsȯft

: pleasing or agreeable to the senses : bringing ease, comfort, or quiet

the soft influences of home

: having a bland or mellow rather than a sharp or acid taste

c(1)

: not bright or glaring : subdued

(2)

: having or producing little contrast or a relatively short range of tones

a soft photographic print

: quiet in pitch or volume

of the eyes : having a liquid or gentle appearance

: smooth or delicate in texture, grain, or fiber

soft cashmere

soft fur

g(1)

: balmy, mild, or clement in weather or temperature

(2)

: moving or falling with slight force or impact : not violent

soft breezes

: demanding little work or effort : easy

a soft job

: sounding as in ace and gem respectively

—used of c and g or their sound

of a consonant : voiced

: constituting a vowel before which there is a \\y\\ sound or a \\y\\-like modification of a consonant or constituting a consonant in whose articulation there is a \\y\\-like modification or which is followed by a \\y\\ sound (as in Russian)

archaic : moving in a leisurely manner

: rising gradually

a soft slope

: having curved or rounded outline : not harsh or jagged

soft hills against the horizon

: marked by a gentleness, kindness, or tenderness: such as

a(1)

: not harsh or onerous in character

a policy of soft competition

(2)

: based on negotiation, conciliation, or flexibility rather than on force, threats, or intransigence

took a soft line during the crisis

(3)

: tending to take a soft line

—usually used with on

soft on dictatorssoft on law and order

: tending to ingratiate or disarm : engaging, kind

a soft answer turns away wrath

Proverbs 15:1 (Revised Standard Version)

: marked by mildness : unassuming, low-key entry 1

: emotionally suggestible or responsive : impressionable

: unduly susceptible to influence : compliant

: lacking firmness or strength of character : feeble, unmanly

: amorously attracted or emotionally involved

—used with on

has been soft on her for years

: lacking robust strength, stamina, or endurance especially because of living in ease or luxury

grown soft and indolent

: weak or deficient mentally

soft in the head

: yielding to physical pressure

: permitting someone or something to sink in

—used of wet ground

c(1)

: of a consistency that may be shaped or molded

(2)

: capable of being spread

: easily magnetized and demagnetized

: lacking relatively or comparatively in hardness

soft iron

: deficient in or free from substances (such as calcium and magnesium salts) that prevent lathering of soap

soft water

: having relatively low energy

soft X-rays

of news : relatively less serious or significant

: occurring at such a speed and under such circumstances as to avoid destructive impact

soft landing of a spacecraft on the moon

: not protected against enemy attack

a soft aboveground launching site

soft targets

: biodegradable

a soft detergent

soft pesticides

of a drug : considered less detrimental than a hard narcotic

: easily polarized

—used of acids and bases

of currency : not readily convertible

of a loan : not secured by collateral

: being low due to sluggish market conditions

soft prices

: sluggish, slow

a soft market

: not firmly committed

soft unreliable political support

: soft-core

soft porn

: being or based on interpretive or speculative data

soft evidence

: utilizing or based on soft data

soft science

: being or using renewable sources of energy (such as solar radiation, wind, or tides)

soft technologies

of money : contributed (as by a corporation) to a political party rather than directly to a particular candidate

softish

ˈsȯf-tish

adjective

softly

ˈsȯf(t)-lē How to pronounce soft (audio)

adverb

softness

ˈsȯf(t)-nəs How to pronounce soft (audio)

noun

soft

2 of 3

adverb

: in a soft or gentle manner : softly

soft

3 of 3

noun

: a soft object, material, or part

the soft of the thumb

Example Sentences

Adjective The ground was soft after the heavy rain. Iron and lead are soft metals. The room was painted in soft pink. the soft glow of the moon

Recent Examples on the Web

Adjective

During the show, Maher questioned him not about the abuses that took place under his watch but about whether America had become too soft on crime.

Nicole Hemmer, CNN, 9 Sep. 2022 Cotton, who emerged as one of the staunchest critics of Rollins and her progressive policies, tried to block her confirmation and accused her of being soft on crime.

Shelley Murphy, BostonGlobe.com, 31 Aug. 2022 During his speech in the Keystone State, a crucial battleground in the coming midterm elections, Mr. Biden looked to counter GOP attacks that his party is soft on crime.

Catherine Lucey, WSJ, 30 Aug. 2022 The governor went on to slam the left for being soft on crime and embracing socialism.

Ronn Blitzer, Fox News, 24 Aug. 2022 Most votes were forced by Republicans and many were designed to make Democrats look soft on U.S.-Mexico border security and gasoline and energy costs, and like bullies for wanting to strengthen IRS tax law enforcement.

Alan Fram, Anchorage Daily News, 7 Aug. 2022 Most votes were forced by Republicans and many were designed to make Democrats look soft on U.S.-Mexico border security and gasoline and energy costs, and like bullies for wanting to strengthen IRS tax law enforcement.

The Salt Lake Tribune, 7 Aug. 2022 Republicans accused Democrats of being soft on border security and opening the door to higher energy and gas costs.

CBS News, 7 Aug. 2022 Republicans forced their own votes designed to make Democrats look soft on U.S.-Mexico border security and gasoline and energy costs, and like bullies for wanting to strengthen IRS tax law enforcement.

Alan Fram And Lisa Mascaro, Chron, 7 Aug. 2022 See More

Kids Definition

soft 1 of 2

adjective

ˈsȯft

softer; softest

: not hard, solid, or firm

a soft mattress

: smooth or pleasant to touch

a soft silk

: having a soothing or comfortable effect : not bright or glaring

soft lights

soft colors

: quiet in pitch or volume

soft voices

: not strong or forceful : gentle

soft breezes

a soft touch

: involving little work or effort : easy

a soft job

: sounding like the letter c in ace or the letter g in gem

: easily affected by emotions : sympathetic and kind

a soft heart

: lacking in strength or fitness

He had grown soft from good living.

: free from substances that prevent lathering of soap

soft water

: not containing alcohol

soft drinks

soft

2 of 2

adverb

softer; softest

: softly

You hit the ball too soft.

Medical Definition

soft

adjective

ˈsȯft

: yielding to physical pressure

: deficient in or free from substances (as calcium and magnesium salts) that prevent lathering of soap

soft water

: having relatively low energy

soft X-rays

: biodegradable

soft pesticides

of a drug : considered less detrimental than a hard narcotic

marijuana is usually regarded as a soft drug

: easily polarized

—used of acids and bases

: being or based on interpretive or speculative data

soft evidence

: utilizing or based on soft data

soft science

softness

noun

as in weakness

the quality or state of lacking strength of will or character softness is the one quality that the public will not tolerate in a leader

Synonyms & Similar Words

Relevance

weakness
wimpiness
frailness
frailty
spinelessness
wishy-washiness
wimpishness
corruptness
corruption
flaw
foible
evil
collapse
failing
wickedness
immorality
peccadillo

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

strength
firmness
toughness
fortitude
nerve
resoluteness
backbone
hardihood
mettle
chutzpah
discipline
moxie
hutzpah
goodness
integrity
chutzpa
hutzpa
morality
rightness
virtuousness
righteousness
uprightness
rectitude
self-discipline

单词	softness
释义	soft 1 of 3 adjective ˈsȯft 1 a : pleasing or agreeable to the senses : bringing ease, comfort, or quiet the soft influences of home b : having a bland or mellow rather than a sharp or acid taste c(1) : not bright or glaring : subdued (2) : having or producing little contrast or a relatively short range of tones a soft photographic print d : quiet in pitch or volume e of the eyes : having a liquid or gentle appearance f : smooth or delicate in texture, grain, or fiber soft cashmere soft fur g(1) : balmy, mild, or clement in weather or temperature (2) : moving or falling with slight force or impact : not violent soft breezes 2 : demanding little work or effort : easy a soft job 3 a : sounding as in ace and gem respectively —used of c and g or their sound b of a consonant : voiced c : constituting a vowel before which there is a \\y\\ sound or a \\y\\-like modification of a consonant or constituting a consonant in whose articulation there is a \\y\\-like modification or which is followed by a \\y\\ sound (as in Russian) 4 archaic : moving in a leisurely manner 5 : rising gradually a soft slope 6 : having curved or rounded outline : not harsh or jagged soft hills against the horizon 7 : marked by a gentleness, kindness, or tenderness: such as a(1) : not harsh or onerous in character a policy of soft competition (2) : based on negotiation, conciliation, or flexibility rather than on force, threats, or intransigence took a soft line during the crisis (3) : tending to take a soft line —usually used with on soft on dictatorssoft on law and order b : tending to ingratiate or disarm : engaging, kind a soft answer turns away wrath Proverbs 15:1 (Revised Standard Version) c : marked by mildness : unassuming, low-key entry 1 8 a : emotionally suggestible or responsive : impressionable b : unduly susceptible to influence : compliant c : lacking firmness or strength of character : feeble, unmanly d : amorously attracted or emotionally involved —used with on has been soft on her for years 9 a : lacking robust strength, stamina, or endurance especially because of living in ease or luxury grown soft and indolent b : weak or deficient mentally soft in the head 10 a : yielding to physical pressure b : permitting someone or something to sink in —used of wet ground c(1) : of a consistency that may be shaped or molded (2) : capable of being spread d : easily magnetized and demagnetized e : lacking relatively or comparatively in hardness soft iron 11 : deficient in or free from substances (such as calcium and magnesium salts) that prevent lathering of soap soft water 12 : having relatively low energy soft X-rays 13 of news : relatively less serious or significant 14 : occurring at such a speed and under such circumstances as to avoid destructive impact soft landing of a spacecraft on the moon 15 : not protected against enemy attack a soft aboveground launching site soft targets 16 : biodegradable a soft detergent soft pesticides 17 of a drug : considered less detrimental than a hard narcotic 18 : easily polarized —used of acids and bases 19 a of currency : not readily convertible b of a loan : not secured by collateral 20 a : being low due to sluggish market conditions soft prices b : sluggish, slow a soft market 21 : not firmly committed soft unreliable political support 22 : soft-core soft porn 23 a : being or based on interpretive or speculative data soft evidence b : utilizing or based on soft data soft science 24 : being or using renewable sources of energy (such as solar radiation, wind, or tides) soft technologies 25 of money : contributed (as by a corporation) to a political party rather than directly to a particular candidate softish ˈsȯf-tish adjective softly ˈsȯf(t)-lē adverb softness ˈsȯf(t)-nəs noun soft 2 of 3 adverb : in a soft or gentle manner : softly soft 3 of 3 noun : a soft object, material, or part the soft of the thumb Synonyms Adjective dull gentle low quiet See all Synonyms & Antonyms Example Sentences Adjective The ground was soft after the heavy rain. Iron and lead are soft metals. The room was painted in soft pink. the soft glow of the moon Recent Examples on the Web Adjective During the show, Maher questioned him not about the abuses that took place under his watch but about whether America had become too soft on crime. Nicole Hemmer, CNN, 9 Sep. 2022 Cotton, who emerged as one of the staunchest critics of Rollins and her progressive policies, tried to block her confirmation and accused her of being soft on crime. Shelley Murphy, BostonGlobe.com, 31 Aug. 2022 During his speech in the Keystone State, a crucial battleground in the coming midterm elections, Mr. Biden looked to counter GOP attacks that his party is soft on crime. Catherine Lucey, WSJ, 30 Aug. 2022 The governor went on to slam the left for being soft on crime and embracing socialism. Ronn Blitzer, Fox News, 24 Aug. 2022 Most votes were forced by Republicans and many were designed to make Democrats look soft on U.S.-Mexico border security and gasoline and energy costs, and like bullies for wanting to strengthen IRS tax law enforcement. Alan Fram, Anchorage Daily News, 7 Aug. 2022 Most votes were forced by Republicans and many were designed to make Democrats look soft on U.S.-Mexico border security and gasoline and energy costs, and like bullies for wanting to strengthen IRS tax law enforcement. The Salt Lake Tribune, 7 Aug. 2022 Republicans accused Democrats of being soft on border security and opening the door to higher energy and gas costs. CBS News, 7 Aug. 2022 Republicans forced their own votes designed to make Democrats look soft on U.S.-Mexico border security and gasoline and energy costs, and like bullies for wanting to strengthen IRS tax law enforcement. Alan Fram And Lisa Mascaro, Chron, 7 Aug. 2022 See More Word History Etymology Adjective Middle English, from Old English sōfte, alteration of sēfte; akin to Old High German semfti soft First Known Use Adjective before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a Adverb before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above Noun 15th century, in the meaning defined above Phrases Containing soft soft-focus soft-core soft coal have a soft spot soft in the head soft money soft palate soft pedal soft serve soft-shell soft-shoe soft-spoken soft spot soft touch soft toy soft-wooded soft-coated wheaten terrier soft-line soft-land soft-boiled soft rot soft furnishings soft hail soft chancre soft soap soft wheat soft-paste porcelain soft-top soft drink soft sell soft goods soft fruit soft-shell clam soft on soft rock gone soft in the head soft-shelled soft target See More soft-focus soft-core soft coal have a soft spot soft in the head soft money soft palate soft pedal soft serve soft-shell soft-shoe soft-spoken soft spot soft touch soft toy soft-wooded soft-coated wheaten terrier soft-line soft-land soft-boiled soft rot soft furnishings soft hail soft chancre soft soap soft wheat soft-paste porcelain soft-top soft drink soft sell soft goods soft fruit soft-shell clam soft on soft rock gone soft in the head soft-shelled soft target See More Kids Definition soft 1 of 2 adjective ˈsȯft softer; softest 1 : not hard, solid, or firm a soft mattress 2 : smooth or pleasant to touch a soft silk 3 : having a soothing or comfortable effect : not bright or glaring soft lights soft colors 4 : quiet in pitch or volume soft voices 5 : not strong or forceful : gentle soft breezes a soft touch 6 : involving little work or effort : easy a soft job 7 : sounding like the letter c in ace or the letter g in gem 8 : easily affected by emotions : sympathetic and kind a soft heart 9 : lacking in strength or fitness He had grown soft from good living. 10 : free from substances that prevent lathering of soap soft water 11 : not containing alcohol soft drinks soft 2 of 2 adverb softer; softest : softly You hit the ball too soft. Medical Definition soft adjective ˈsȯft 1 : yielding to physical pressure 2 : deficient in or free from substances (as calcium and magnesium salts) that prevent lathering of soap soft water 3 : having relatively low energy soft X-rays 4 : biodegradable soft pesticides 5 of a drug : considered less detrimental than a hard narcotic marijuana is usually regarded as a soft drug 6 : easily polarized —used of acids and bases 7 a : being or based on interpretive or speculative data soft evidence b : utilizing or based on soft data soft science softness noun as in weakness the quality or state of lacking strength of will or character softness is the one quality that the public will not tolerate in a leader Synonyms & Similar Words Relevance weakness wimpiness frailness frailty spinelessness wishy-washiness wimpishness corruptness corruption flaw foible evil collapse failing wickedness immorality peccadillo Antonyms & Near Antonyms strength firmness toughness fortitude nerve resoluteness backbone hardihood mettle chutzpah discipline moxie hutzpah goodness integrity chutzpa hutzpa morality rightness virtuousness righteousness uprightness rectitude self-discipline See More
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soft

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