soft (EN)

adjective

adjective “soft”

1. yielding to touch or pressure
   Mellen Iech un, fir d'Iwwersetzungen vun den Beispillsätz an d'monolingual Definitioune vun all Wuert ze gesinn.

   My head sank easily into the soft pillow.
2. (of cloth) smooth
   Polish the silver with a soft cloth to avoid scratching.
3. low in volume
   I could hear the soft rustle of the leaves in the trees.
4. not forceful
   There was a soft breeze blowing.
5. showing kindness or tenderness
   He spoke with a soft voice that conveyed his kindness.
6. subdued in color or tone
   The room was bathed in soft lighting, creating a cozy atmosphere.
7. having a sound modified by the presence of a palatal consonant
   The linguist explained how the soft sign in Russian indicates a palatalized consonant.
8. containing few minerals
   You won't need as much soap, as the water here is very soft.
9. lacking strength or resilience
   After the long hike, his muscles felt soft and he struggled to keep walking.
10. not permanent or fully established
    The admin imposed a soft ban on the user, limiting their access for a week.
11. unlikely to cause dependency
    Marijuana is often considered a soft drug compared to substances like heroin.
12. non-alcoholic
    At the party, she only drank soft drinks to stay clear-headed.
13. not harsh or demanding; indulgent
    The teacher was soft on homework, rarely giving more than a few problems each night.
14. less explicit in content
    The movie was rated as soft erotica due to its suggestive but not explicit content.