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UK
/sˈɒftnəs/
]
[ US /ˈsɔfnəs, ˈsɔftnəs/ ]
[ US /ˈsɔfnəs, ˈsɔftnəs/ ]
NOUN
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the trait of being effeminate (derogatory of a man)
he was shocked by the softness of the atmosphere surrounding the young prince, arising from the superfluity of the femininity that guided him
the students associated science with masculinity and arts with effeminacy
Spartans accused Athenians of effeminateness - the property of giving little resistance to pressure and being easily cut or molded
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acting in a manner that is gentle and mild and even-tempered
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 -
a state of declining economic condition
he attributes the disappointing results to softness in the economy
orders have recently picked up after a period of extreme softness -
a visual property that is subdued and free from brilliance or glare
the softness of the morning sky - the quality of being indistinct and without sharp outlines
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a disposition to be lenient in judging others
softness is not something permitted of good leaders - poor physical condition; being out of shape or out of condition (as from a life of ease and luxury)
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a sound property that is free from loudness or stridency
and in softness almost beyond hearing -
the quality of weather that is deliciously mild and soothing
the day's heat faded into balminess
the climate had the softness of the south of France
How To Use softness In A Sentence
- As Hayden recalled the velvety softness of her breast against his palm, a pang of guilt stabbed him. One Night Of Scandal
- This microfibre fabric is made of nylon and polyurethane and has the suppleness, softness and appearance of suede.
- The idea came to him that he must do something more than usual to attract the attention of God, and he turned back the rug which was in front of his bed so that he could kneel on the bare boards; and then it struck him that his nightshirt was a softness that might displease his Maker, so he took it off and said his prayers naked. Of Human Bondage
- Cotton flannel and knit sheets offer you more softness without crispness, which is just what some people want. HOME COMFORTS
- The fineness and softness of the dress caught her attention.
- Additional sugar may increase dough softness.
- The difference of water properties lies not only in their softness or hardness.
- Vegetable oil or another type of fat is often added to bread dough to improve crumb softness, loaf volume, and texture.
- But the softness in Grudge's eyes signified nothing more than plain humanity. FAIRYLAND
- The softness and malleability of gold makes it perfect for making jewellery.
