soft

/sˈɒft/

/ˈsɑft/, /ˈsɔft/

[adjective] [adverb]

soft

[ADJECTIVE]

easily changing shape when touched; not firm or hard to the touch

antonyms : hard

describing a drink that does not contain alcohol

compassionate and kind; conciliatory

antonyms : hard

(of sound) relatively low in volume

antonyms : loud

easily hurt

synonyms : delicate

produced with vibration of the vocal cords

synonyms : sonant

voiced

antonyms : unvoiced

(phonetics, of a speech sound) pronounced with a vibration of vocal cords

antonyms : hard

(of light) transmitted from a broad light source or reflected

synonyms : diffuse

diffused

antonyms : hard

not protected against attack (especially by nuclear weapons)

antonyms : hardened

(used chiefly as a direction or description in music) soft; in a quiet, subdued tone

synonyms : piano

antonyms : forte

mild and pleasant

synonyms : balmy

mild

willing to negotiate and compromise

not too bright or glaring, in a way that is relaxing to the eyes

synonyms : subdued

not burdensome or demanding; borne or done easily and without hardship

synonyms : cushy

easygoing

(of a commodity or market or currency) falling or likely to fall in value

having little impact

synonyms : easy

gentle

soft and mild; not harsh or stern or severe

synonyms : gentle

tolerant or lenient

synonyms : indulgent

lenient

using evidence not readily amenable to experimental verification or refutation

out of condition; not strong or robust; incapable of exertion or endurance

synonyms : flabby

flaccid

soft

[ADVERB]

in a relaxed manner; or without hardship

synonyms : easy

Examples

1. The baby's skin was as soft as a feather.

2. The kitten's fur was incredibly soft to the touch.

3. The soft marshmallows melted easily in the hot chocolate.

4. The soft rug in the living room adds warmth to the space.

Nearby words

sofa bed

sofa

sodium hydrogen carbonate