softness

Reading level: hard

Estimated CEFR level: C1 — Advanced

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun the property of giving little resistance to pressure and being easily cut or molded
  2. noun poor physical condition; being out of shape or out of condition (as from a life of ease and luxury)
  3. noun the quality of weather that is deliciously mild and soothing

Etymology

From Middle English softnesse, from Old English sōftnes, alteration of earlier sēftnes. Equivalent to soft + -ness.

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