Softly (Adverb)

Meaning ¹

With little weight or force; "she kissed him lightly on the forehead".

Synonyms

• Lightly
• Gently

Meaning ²

In a manner that is pleasing to the senses; "she smiled softly".

Examples

• The sunlight filtered through the curtains softly, illuminating the room with a warm glow.
• She spoke softly to the child, trying not to startle him.
• The music played softly in the background, creating a relaxing atmosphere.
• The breeze blew softly through the trees, rustling the leaves gently.
• The nurse moved softly around the patient's room, trying not to disturb her.

Meaning ³

With low volume; "speak softly but carry a big stick"; "she spoke quietly to the child"; "the radio was playing softly".

Examples

• She whispered softly in her husband's ear, not wanting to wake the baby.
• The singer's voice came through the microphone softly, filling the auditorium with a gentle melody.
• Speak softly to the puppy, you don't want to scare it away.
• The rain fell softly on the roof, creating a soothing background noise.
• The piano was playing softly in the background, setting the mood for a romantic dinner.

Synonyms

• Quietly

Antonyms

• Loudly

Related Words

• Soft (adjective)

Meaning ⁴

Used as a direction in music; to be played relatively softly.

Synonyms

• Piano