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SOFT

(adj., adverb, adj.sat, noun, interj.)
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Definitions

There are 24 meanings of the word Soft.

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Soft - as an adjective

Yielding readily to pressure or weight

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)

Compassionate and kind; conciliatory

Example: "He was soft on his children"

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)

(of sound) relatively low in volume

Example: "Soft voices"

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)

Produced with vibration of the vocal cords

Example: "Voiced consonants such as `b' and `g' and `z'"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)

Not protected against attack (especially by nuclear weapons)

Example: "Soft targets"

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)

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

Example: "The piano passages in the composition"

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

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(of speech sounds); produced with the back of the tongue raised toward the hard palate; characterized by a hissing or hushing sound (as `s' and `sh')

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)

Soft - as an adverb

In a relaxed manner; or without hardship

Example: "Just wanted to take it easy"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)

Soft - as an adjective satellite

Easily hurt

Example: "Soft hands"

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

Example: "The market for computers is soft"

Using evidence not readily amenable to experimental verification or refutation

Example: "Soft data"

Tolerant or lenient

Example: "Indulgent parents risk spoiling their children"

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Soft and mild; not harsh or stern or severe

Example: "A gentle reprimand"

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Having little impact

Example: "An easy pat on the shoulder"

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

Example: "He was too soft for the army"

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Willing to negotiate and compromise

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

Example: "What a cushy job!"

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Mild and pleasant

Example: "Balmy days and nights"

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Not brilliant or glaring

Example: "The moon cast soft shadows"

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Soft - as a noun

A soft or foolish person; an idiot.

Ellipsis of soft tyre (a tyre whose compound is softer than mediums, and harder than supersofts.)

A soft sound or part of a sound.

Soft - as an interjection

Be quiet; hold; stop; not so fast.

Example Sentences

"She has soft and silky hair."
"The baby's skin is soft and smooth."
"I love to cuddle up in a soft blanket."
"The pillow feels soft and fluffy."
"The kitten's fur is incredibly soft."
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Word Game Points

Is SOFT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, soft is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

SOFT has a SCRABBLE points total of 7.

Is SOFT a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, soft is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
SOFT has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 7.

Is SOFT a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, soft is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SOFT has a WORDFEUD points total of 7.

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