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soften

/'sɔfən/

Synonyms of soften Antonyms of soften Examples of soften Usage of soften Parts of soften Definition that contains soften Words sounding like soften Explanation of soften

verb
lessen in force or effect
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"soften a shock"

Similar:

break damp dampen weaken

type of:
blunt deaden
verb
make less severe or harsh
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mince moderate

type of:
modify alter change
verb
give in, as to influence or pressure
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relent yield
verb
protect from impact
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buffer cushion

type of:
modify
verb
become soft or softer
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"The bread will soften if you pour some liquid on it"
Opposite:

harden

type of:
change
verb
make (images or sounds) soft or softer
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sharpen

type of:
change intensity
verb
make soft or softer
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"This liquid will soften your laundry"
Opposite:

harden

type of:
alter modify change

Examples of soften

"soften a shock"
"The bread will soften if you pour some liquid on it"
"This liquid will soften your laundry"