soften
/ˈsɒfən/ · /ˈsɔːfən/
CEFR level B2Topic Daily lifeWord #4065 in the learning path
使变软；变软
Definitions
v. To become softer or make something softer
使变软；变软
v. To make something less harsh, severe, or forceful
缓和；减轻
Example
Leave the butter outside the fridge to soften.
把黄油放在冰箱外，让它变软。
Additional financial support could soften the impact of rising energy prices on poorer households.
额外的经济援助可以减轻能源价格上涨对较贫困家庭的影响。
Collocations
- soften butter
- soften the impact
- soften your tone
Word family
- soft (adj.)
- softness (n.)
- softener (n.)
- softly (adv.)
Antonyms
- harden
Usage tip
既可及物也可不及物：热使黄油变软，黄油也会自行变软。
FAQ
- What does soften mean?
- To become softer or make something softer To make something less harsh, severe, or forceful
- How is soften pronounced?
- UK /ˈsɒfən/, US /ˈsɔːfən/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
