Definition of softness noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

Though softness is clearly grounded in material properties of objects, the experience of softness can only be understood by reflecting on how softness is apprehended.

Yielding readily to pressure or weight: a soft melon; a soft pillow. b. Easily molded, cut, or worked: soft wood. c. Sports Not tense and therefore capable of absorbing the impact of a ball or puck and of …

Synonyms for SOFTNESS: weakness, wimpiness, frailness, frailty, spinelessness, wimpishness, wishy-washiness, corruptness; Antonyms of SOFTNESS: strength, toughness, firmness, nerve, fortitude, …

noun acting in a manner that is gentle and mild and even-tempered “suddenly her gigantic power melted into softness for the baby” synonyms: gentleness, mildness see more noun

There are 15 meanings listed in OED's entry for the noun softness, two of which are labelled obsolete. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence.

ˈSOFTNESS definition: the quality or an instance of being soft See examples of ˈsoftness used in a sentence.

gentle, mild, warm-hearted, or compassionate: a soft, grandmotherly woman. smooth, soothing, or ingratiating: soft words.

Yet off the field he has a softness of voice and gentleness about him that are striking.

softness definition: lack of physical hardness or firmness in texture. Check meanings, examples, usage tips, pronunciation, domains, related words.