Pronunciation: /sɔfti/

Definitions of softy

noun a person who is easily moved to pity or tenderness

Example Sentences

A1 My sister is a softy who cries at sad movies.

A2 The big tough guy turned out to be a softy when he rescued the kitten.

B1 Despite his gruff exterior, he was a softy at heart.

B2 She may seem tough, but she's a real softy when it comes to animals.

C1 His reputation as a hard-nosed businessman was belied by his actions as a softy towards his grandchildren.

C2 The stoic soldier was secretly known as the unit's softy for his kindness towards civilians.

adjective tender or delicate in texture; not hard or firm

Example Sentences

A1 The softy kitten purred as it nuzzled against my hand.

A2 She always wears softy sweaters in the winter to stay warm.

B1 The fabric of the blanket was so softy that it felt like a cloud.

B2 The chef prepared a softy sponge cake that melted in your mouth.

C1 The artist used softy pastel colors to create a soothing atmosphere in the painting.

C2 The musician's softy voice filled the concert hall with emotion and beauty.

Examples of softy in a Sentence

formal She is often perceived as a softy due to her gentle demeanor and kind heart.

informal Don't let his tough exterior fool you, deep down he's a real softy.

slang He may act tough around his friends, but he's actually a big softy when it comes to animals.

figurative The fabric of the blanket was so softy that it felt like a gentle embrace.

Grammatical Forms of softy

past tense

softied

plural

softies

comparative

softer

superlative

softest

present tense

softies

future tense

will softy

perfect tense

has softied

continuous tense

is softying

singular

softy

positive degree

softy

infinitive

to softy

gerund

softying

participle

softied

Origin and Evolution of softy

First Known Use: 1250 year
Language of Origin: Middle English
Story behind the word: The word 'softy' originated from the Middle English term 'softi' which meant someone who is weak or easily influenced.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the meaning of 'softy' has evolved to also include someone who is overly sensitive or emotional.