soft

Meanings

• Adjective

  Gentle in touch, feel or appearance; not harsh or rigid.

  - "The soft pillow provided a good night's sleep."
  - "The baby's skin was incredibly soft."
  - "The painting had soft colors and gentle lines."

• Adjective

  Easily influenced or controlled; not firm or unyielding.

  - "The soft-hearted man couldn't bear to see an animal suffer."
  - "The soft-spoken leader inspired confidence through kindness."
  - "The soft playdough was perfect for molding intricate shapes."

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Pronunciation

1. /sɔft/
   
   
   
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Antonyms

hard , sensible , harsh , rough , strong , hard , resistant , solid , stony , firm , strict , tough , abrasive , scratchy , loud , hard

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Synonyms

daft , foolish , silly , stupid , gentle , light , nesh , meek , mild , nesh , wimpy , fluffy , non-abrasive , quiet

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with soft
dove , glove , love , shove , robe

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Variants

List of all variants of soft that leads to same result
soft , softer , softest , softish , softly , softness , softnesses , softs , soft-boiled , soft chancre , soft chancres , soft coal , soft coals , soft-coated wheaten terrier , soft-coated wheaten terriers , soft-core , soft drink , soft drinks , soft-focus

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Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

Old English softe, from sōfan, to soothe, ease, relax.

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Trivia

Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word

1. Soft drinks were originally called 'mineral waters' and were believed to have health benefits.

2. The term 'soft landing' refers to a gentle descent, such as a plane making a safe landing.

3. The softest substance known to man is a diamond that has been treated with hydrogen under high pressure.

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Related Concepts

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1. Software: A set of instructions that tells a computer what to do. The term comes from the word 'soft,' which originally referred to anything that was not hard, like paper or cloth.

2. Soft power: The ability to influence or persuade others through attractive and intangible means, such as culture, diplomacy, or education.

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Culture

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Soft is often used metaphorically in literature and art to describe emotions, such as gentleness, kindness, or sensitivity. In music, soft can refer to a low volume or dynamic level.

How to Memorize "soft"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a soft blanket or a pillow. Visualize the feeling of the soft fabric against your skin.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'soft' with gentle, tender, or soothing things, such as a warm bath, a cozy blanket, or a gentle breeze.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym S.O.F.T. to remember the definition: Soft is Gentle, Tender, or Easy.

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