softening
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Is softening a Scrabble word?
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- Scrabble US/Canada (OTCWL) Yes
- Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) Yes
- Wordle No
- Words With Friends Yes
What is the meaning of softening?
Definition
noun (English)
1. the process of becoming softerExamples: "refrigeration delayed the softening of the fruit"; "he observed the softening of iron by heat"Synonyms: softening
verb (English)
1. make (images or sounds) soft or softerSynonyms: softenAntonyms: sharpen
2. lessen in force or effectExamples: "soften a shock"; "break a fall"Synonyms: break, damp, dampen, soften, weaken
3. give in, as to influence or pressureSynonyms: relent, soften, yieldAntonyms: stand
4. protect from impactExamples: "cushion the blow"Synonyms: buffer, cushion, soften
5. make less severe or harshExamples: "He moderated his tone when the students burst out in tears"Synonyms: mince, moderate, soften
6. make soft or softerExamples: "This liquid will soften your laundry"Synonyms: softenAntonyms: harden
adjective satellite (English)
1. having a softening or soothing effect especially to the skinSynonyms: demulcent, emollient, salving, softening
Definition source: Wiktionary