softness
8 synonyms and 1 antonyms for softness, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The quality of being soft, gentle, or yielding to pressure.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use softness
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Old English sōftnes, built from soft plus -ness.
Full origin of softness →Frequently asked questions
What does “softness” mean?
The word “softness” means the quality of being soft, gentle, or yielding to pressure. In plain terms, how soft, gentle, or easily-yielding something or someone is.
How do you pronounce “softness”?
“Softness” is pronounced SOFT-nuhs (/ˈsɔftnəs/ in IPA).
How do you use “softness” in a sentence?
Here is “softness” used in a sentence: “The softness of the mattress made it hard to get out of bed.”
What is the opposite of “softness”?
The opposite of “softness” — its antonyms — is hardness.
What part of speech is “softness”?
“Softness” is a noun.
Where does the word “softness” come from?
The word “softness” comes from Old English. From Old English sōftnes, built from soft plus -ness.