softy
10 synonyms for softy, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A person who is easily moved, overly kind, or reluctant to be strict.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use softy
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a real softy
such a softy
Etymology
Built from soft plus the informal suffix -y.
Full origin of softy →Frequently asked questions
What does “softy” mean?
The word “softy” means a person who is easily moved, overly kind, or reluctant to be strict. In plain terms, someone who is gentle-hearted, sentimental, or finds it hard to be firm or say no.
How do you use “softy” in a sentence?
Here is “softy” used in a sentence: “He acts tough, but he's a real softy when it comes to his kids.”
What part of speech is “softy”?
“Softy” is a noun.
