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softness

 

[ หˆsษ’ftnษชs ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

of fabric

The quality or state of being soft; a gentle and pleasant quality; the degree to which a fabric is soft to the touch.

Synonyms

gentleness, smoothness, tenderness

Examples of usage

  • The softness of the cashmere sweater made it a delight to wear.
  • She was drawn to the softness of the silk scarf.
Context #2 | Noun

of character

The quality of being mild or gentle in character; the trait of being easily approachable or kind.

Synonyms

gentleness, kindness, mildness

Examples of usage

  • His softness towards animals showed his compassionate nature.
  • She appreciated his softness in dealing with difficult situations.
Context #3 | Noun

in music

The quality of being gentle or mellow in sound; the smoothness and lack of harshness in musical tones.

Synonyms

gentleness, mellowness, smoothness

Examples of usage

  • The softness of the piano melody created a soothing atmosphere.
  • The violinist played with a remarkable softness.

Translations

Translations of the word "softness" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น maciez

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฎเฅเคฒเคพเคฏเคฎเคชเคจ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Weichheit

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ kelembutan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะผ'ัะบั–ัั‚ัŒ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ miฤ™kkoล›ฤ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆŸ”ใ‚‰ใ‹ใ• (yawarakasa)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท douceur

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ suavidad

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท yumuลŸaklฤฑk

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ถ€๋“œ๋Ÿฌ์›€ (budeureoum)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู†ุนูˆู…ุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ mฤ›kkost

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ mรคkkosลฅ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆŸ”่ฝฏ (rรณuruวŽn)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ mehkoba

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ mรฝkt

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะถาฑะผัะฐา›ั‚ั‹า›

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ แƒ‘แƒ˜แƒšแƒแƒ‘แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ yumลŸaqlฤฑq

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ suavidad

Etymology

The word 'softness' dates back to the early 15th century, derived from the Middle English 'soufte' meaning 'not rough or coarse'. It is related to the Old English word 'seft', ultimately from the Proto-Germanic 'sebta'. Over time, 'softness' has come to represent various qualities such as gentleness, smoothness, and kindness, making it a versatile and commonly used term in the English language.

See also: soft, softball, softbox, softcover, soften, softenable, softener, softening, softie, softly, software, softy.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #14,034, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.