Verb

• S: (v) soften (make (images or sounds) soft or softer)
• S: (v) dampen, damp, soften, weaken, break (lessen in force or effect) "soften a shock"; "break a fall"
• S: (v) yield, relent, soften (give in, as to influence or pressure)
• S: (v) cushion, buffer, soften (protect from impact) "cushion the blow"
• S: (v) mince, soften, moderate (make less severe or harsh) "He moderated his tone when the students burst out in tears"
• S: (v) soften (make soft or softer) "This liquid will soften your laundry"
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• S: (v) soften (become soft or softer) "The bread will soften if you pour some liquid on it"