English · Adjectives

soft

/sɒft/

[/sɒft/]

not hard; gentle

Beginneradjective

Definition

Easy to press, bend, or cut; not hard or rough; gentle.

Example

The kitten's fur felt wonderfully soft as it slept on the warm sofa.

The kitten's fur felt wonderfully soft as it slept on the warm sofa.

Etymology

From Old English 'sōfte' (agreeable, calm), of West Germanic origin.

How & Where It’s Used

Used for textures, sounds, lights, and gentle behaviour.

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