Search
Select the dictionary language
softly
01
in a careful and gentle manner
Grammatical Information
adverb of manner
Examples
I softly spoke words of comfort to calm her fears.
Examples
She whispered softly, not wanting to disturb anyone.
2.1
(music) with a smooth, subdued, and gentle sound
Examples
The pianist ended the piece softly and slowly.
03
in a muted or gentle way, especially of light or color
Examples
The lamp lit the room softly in the evening.
Lexical Tree
softly
soft
