the quality of being easy to mould, cut, compress, or fold

I snuggled deeper into the warm softness of my bed

the hardness of the steel contrasted with the softness of the wax

a subtle effect or contrast; lack of sharp definition

a general softness of focus

the graininess and softness of the picture are the primary flaws

the quality of being sympathetic, lenient, or compassionate

he recommended conciliation and softness towards national minorities

some lacked softness of heart

the degree to which water is free from mineral salts that make lathering difficult

a glass-care programme regulates the water softness