Softened (Adjective)

Meaning ¹

Toned down.

Classification

All adjective clusters.

Examples

• The politician's softened stance on the issue helped to ease tensions with her opponents.
• The comedian's softened humor made her jokes more relatable to a wider audience.
• The artist's softened colors gave the painting a more subtle and calming effect.
• The writer's softened language made the criticism less harsh and more constructive.
• The musician's softened melody made the song more soothing and relaxing.

Meaning ²

Being or made softer or less loud or clear; "the dull boom of distant breaking waves"; "muffled drums"; "the muffled noises of the street"; "muted trumpets".

Classification

All adjective clusters.

Synonyms

• Muted
• Dull
• Muffled