softening

Plural: softenings

Noun

• the process of becoming softer
  • "refrigeration delayed the softening of the fruit"
  • "he observed the softening of iron by heat"
• The process of making something soft.
• The process of becoming soft.

Verb

• make (images or sounds) soft or softer
• lessen in force or effect
• give in, as to influence or pressure
• protect from impact
• make less severe or harsh
• make soft or softer
• become soft or softer
• present participle and gerund of soften

Adjective Satellite

• having a softening or soothing effect especially to the skin

Synonyms

break, buffer, cushion, damp, dampen, demulcent, emollient, mince, moderate, relent, salving, soften, weaken, yield

Antonyms

harden, sharpen, stand

Anagrams of softening