Pronunciation: /sɔfti/
noun a person who is easily moved to pity or tenderness
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
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.
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.
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