Softened
Pronunciation: /ˈsɔːfənd/
Softened (verb)
- to make something less hard or firm by adding water or heat.
- to make something less strong or severe, like a sound or feeling.
- to make rules or attitudes less strict or harsh.
Examples
- The butter softened quickly at room temperature.
- The clay softened when mixed with water.
Common collocations: softened butter, softened clay, softened tone, softened light, softened stance