Softness (Noun)
Meaning 1
A state of declining economic condition; "orders have recently picked up after a period of extreme softness"; "he attributes the disappointing results to softness in the economy".
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Nouns denoting natural processes.
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Meaning 2
The trait of being effeminate (derogatory of a man); "the students associated science with masculinity and arts with effeminacy"; "Spartans accused Athenians of effeminateness"; "he was shocked by the softness of the atmosphere surrounding the young prince, arising from the superfluity of the femininity that guided him".
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Meaning 3
Acting in a manner that is gentle and mild and even-tempered; "his fingers have learned gentleness"; "suddenly her gigantic power melted into softness for the baby"; "even in the pulpit there are moments when mildness of manner is not enough".
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Meaning 4
A sound property that is free from loudness or stridency; "and in softness almost beyond hearing".
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Meaning 5
Poor physical condition; being out of shape or out of condition (as from a life of ease and luxury).
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Meaning 6
The property of giving little resistance to pressure and being easily cut or molded.
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Meaning 7
The quality of being indistinct and without sharp outlines.
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Meaning 8
A visual property that is subdued and free from brilliance or glare; "the softness of the morning sky".
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Meaning 9
A disposition to be lenient in judging others; "softness is not something permitted of good leaders".
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Meaning 10
The quality of weather that is deliciously mild and soothing; "the day's heat faded into balminess"; "the climate had the softness of the south of France".
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Nouns denoting natural processes.