Word: SOFT
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Definition of SOFT
- A soft or foolish person; an idiot.
- Ellipsis of soft tyre (A tyre whose compound is softer than mediums, and harder than supersofts.)
- A soft sound or part of a sound.
- Easily giving way under pressure.
"My head sank easily into the soft pillow."
- (of cloth or similar material) Smooth and flexible; not rough, rugged, or harsh.
"Polish the silver with a soft cloth to avoid scratching."
- (of a sound) Quiet.
"I could hear the soft rustle of the leaves in the trees."
- Softly; without roughness or harshness; gently; quietly.
- Be quiet; hold; stop; not so fast.
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
While its precise historical etymology is unclear, it conforms to typical English phonetic and structural rules.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "The referee verified that "soft" is a valid word under current dictionary rules."
- โข "During the final turn of the Scrabble tournament, he played "soft" to secure the victory."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
This word is a perfect "isogram" (or non-pattern word), meaning it contains no repeating letters. It is highly valued for rack flexibility!
๐ฏ Scrabble Board Placement & Usage Tips
Try to save this word for placing next to open vowels to trigger parallel intersections and score double points.
Dictionary Validity
| Dictionary Lexicon | Status | Base Value |
|---|---|---|
| TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) | โ Valid | 7 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 7 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 7 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is SOFT a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is SOFT worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in SOFT? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing SOFT:
- # the soft effect
- # master of soft
- # playing with soft
- # in terms of soft
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