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