SOFTEN

/ˈsɑfən/ ► audio Scrabble 9 Words With Friends 10

Definition

  1. verb make (images or sounds) soft or softer.
  2. verb lessen in force or effect. — synonyms: dampen, damp, weaken, break
  3. verb give in, as to influence or pressure. — synonyms: yield, relent
  4. verb protect from impact. — synonyms: cushion, buffer
  5. verb make less severe or harsh. — synonyms: mince, moderate
  6. verb make soft or softer.
  7. verb become soft or softer.

Examples

  • “Soften the butter before beating in the sugar.”
  • “Before the invasion, we softened up the enemy with the artillery.”
  • “Having second thoughts, I softened my criticism.”

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