soft

/sɒft/ /sɔːft/

Definitions

1. adjective

not harsh or severe in sound, impact, or effect; gentle

“The soft music calmed the baby down.”

2. noun

a quality of being soft, such as the texture of something

“The softness of the pillow made it comfortable to sleep on.”

3. verb

to make something less harsh or severe; to make something more gentle

“The rain helped to soften the rough edges of the rock.”

Synonyms

  • gentle
  • mild

Antonyms

  • harsh
  • rough