the quality of being indistinct and without sharp outlines
the property of giving little resistance to pressure and being easily cut or molded
the quality of weather that is deliciously mild and soothing
“the climate had the softness of the south of France”
acting in a manner that is gentle and mild and even-tempered
“suddenly her gigantic power melted into softness for the baby”
the trait of being effeminate (derogatory of a man)
“he was shocked by the softness of the atmosphere surrounding the young prince, arising from the superfluity of the femininity that guided him”
poor physical condition; being out of shape or out of condition (as from a life of ease and luxury)
a disposition to be lenient in judging others
“softness is not something permitted of good leaders”
a sound property that is free from loudness or stridency
“and in softness almost beyond hearing”
a state of declining economic condition
“orders have recently picked up after a period of extreme softness”
a visual property that is subdued and free from brilliance or glare
“the softness of the morning sky”