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Softest: meaning, definitions and examples

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softest

 

[ หˆsษ”หftษชst ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

descriptive quality

The term 'softest' refers to the superlative form of the adjective 'soft'. It is used to describe an object or material that has the least hardness or the greatest degree of softness compared to others in a group. The word is often used in contexts related to textures, fabrics, or even feelings. For instance, it may apply to the softest pillow, the softest skin, or the softest sound. 'Softest' suggests a sense of comfort and gentleness that is appealing in various scenarios.

Synonyms

finest, fluffiest, gentlest, most tender, smoothest

Examples of usage

  • She chose the softest blanket for the couch.
  • This is the softest bread I've ever tasted.
  • He has the softest voice among the singers.
  • The softest fabric is perfect for baby clothes.

Translations

Translations of the word "softest" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น mais suave

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเคฌเคธเฅ‡ เคจเคฐเคฎ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช am weichsten

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ paling lembut

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฝะฐะนะผ'ัะบัˆะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ najsoftszy

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆœ€ใ‚‚ๆŸ”ใ‚‰ใ‹ใ„

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท le plus doux

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ el mรกs suave

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท en yumuลŸak

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ฐ€์žฅ ๋ถ€๋“œ๋Ÿฌ์šด

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู„ุฃูƒุซุฑ ู†ุนูˆู…ุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ nejmฤ›kฤรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ najjemnejลกรญ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆœ€ๆŸ”่ฝฏ็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ najmehkejลกi

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ mjรบkasti

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะตาฃ ะถาฑะผัะฐา›

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒงแƒ•แƒ”แƒšแƒแƒ–แƒ” แƒ แƒ‘แƒ˜แƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ษ™n yumลŸaq

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ el mรกs suave

Etymology

The word 'soft' originates from the Old English 'softe', which means 'mild, gentle, or yielding'. This stems from the Proto-Germanic *softwaz, which signifies 'soft' or 'yielding'. The evolution into the superlative form 'softest' showcases the comparative structure of adjectives in English. Over the centuries, the connotation of the word has expanded to encompass not just physical softness but also metaphorical meanings associated with tenderness, kindness, and delicacy. The use of softness in various industries, such as textiles and food, highlights the importance of this quality in consumer choices. Today, 'softest' is frequently employed in advertisements and marketing to convey comfort and premium quality.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #23,565, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.