soften
/ˈsɒfən/
UK: /ˈsɒfən/
soften
English
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Definition
To make something soft or softer.
Etymology
From Middle English softenen, softnen, equivalent to soft + -en.
Example Sentences
- "Soften the butter before beating in the sugar."
- "Before the invasion, we softened up the enemy with the artillery."
- "Having second thoughts, I softened my criticism."
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