soften
VERB
/sɔfən/
6 LETTERS · 2 SYLLABLES · STARTS WITH S
soften is a valid 6-letter word worth 9 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words with Friends.
SCRABBLE
WORDS WITH FRIENDS
S1O1F4T1E1N1
1 + 1 + 4 + 1 + 1 + 1 =9 PTS
DOUBLE WORD → 18TRIPLE WORD → 27
MEANING
What does soften mean?
VERB · 7 SENSES
1
Lessen in force or effect.
“soften a shock”
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2
Make less severe or harsh.
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3
Give in, as to influence or pressure.
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4
Protect from impact.
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5
Become soft or softer.
“The bread will soften if you pour some liquid on it”
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6
Make (images or sounds) soft or softer.
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7
Make soft or softer.
“This liquid will soften your laundry”
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