noun. The property or character of being soft, in any sense of that word.

noun. The quality or state of being soft; -- opposed to hardness, and used in the various specific senses of the adjective.

noun. The quality of being soft.

noun. acting in a manner that is gentle and mild and even-tempered

noun. poor physical condition; being out of shape or out of condition (as from a life of ease and luxury)

noun. a disposition to be lenient in judging others

noun. the property of giving little resistance to pressure and being easily cut or molded

noun. a visual property that is subdued and free from brilliance or glare

noun. a sound property that is free from loudness or stridency

noun. the quality of being indistinct and without sharp outlines

noun. the quality of weather that is deliciously mild and soothing

noun. the trait of being effeminate (derogatory of a man)

noun. a state of declining economic condition

"But look at the dress, a knit cashmere number whose softness is evident to the eye."

hardness  

clemency  economic condition  indulgence  lenience  leniency  

brightness  brilliancy  coolness  delicacy  fineness  

acceptance  adynamia  airiness  anemia  ascent