Wondering how to hyphenate the English word softness? This word can be hyphenated and contains 2 syllables as shown below.
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The property of giving little resistance to pressure and being easily cut or molded |
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Poor physical condition Being out of shape or out of condition (as from a life of ease and luxury) |
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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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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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A sound property that is free from loudness or stridency And in softness almost beyond hearing |
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A visual property that is subdued and free from brilliance or glare The softness of the morning sky |
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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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The quality of being indistinct and without sharp outlines |
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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 |
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Arising from the superfluity of the femininity that guided him |
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A disposition to be lenient in judging others Softness is not something permitted of good leaders |