harden
1 antonyms and opposites of harden, grouped by meaning.
Verb — To become hard, or to make something hard or harder.
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How to use harden
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Middle English hardenen, built from hard plus the verb-forming suffix -en.
Full origin of harden →Frequently asked questions
What does “harden” mean?
The word “harden” means to become hard, or to make something hard or harder. In plain terms, to make or become physically hard, or emotionally tougher and less easily affected.
How do you pronounce “harden”?
“Harden” is pronounced HAHDN (/ˈhɑɹdn̩/ in IPA).
How do you use “harden” in a sentence?
Here is “harden” used in a sentence: “The clay hardens as it dries in the sun.”
What is another word for “harden”?
Words with a similar meaning to “harden” include anneal, indurate, obdurate, sclerotise, solidify and steel.
What is the opposite of “harden”?
The opposite of “harden” — its antonyms — is soften.
What part of speech is “harden”?
“Harden” is a verb.
Where does the word “harden” come from?
The word “harden” comes from Middle English. From Middle English hardenen, built from hard plus the verb-forming suffix -en.
Is “harden” a common word?
“Harden” is an uncommon word in modern English.