often | (adverb) many times at short intervals | Synonyms: frequently, oft, oftentimes, ofttimes |
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(adverb) frequently or in great quantities | Synonyms: a great deal, much |
(adverb) in many cases or instances | - |
oftener | (adverb) more often or more frequently | - |
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oftenness | (noun) the number of occurrences within a given time period | Synonyms: frequence, frequency |
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oftentimes | (adverb) many times at short intervals | Synonyms: frequently, oft, often, ofttimes |
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soften | (verb) become soft or softer | - |
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(verb) make soft or softer | - |
(verb) lessen in force or effect | Synonyms: break, damp, dampen, weaken |
(verb) make less severe or harsh | Synonyms: mince, moderate |
(verb) protect from impact | Synonyms: buffer, cushion |
(verb) make (images or sounds) soft or softer | - |
(verb) give in, as to influence or pressure | Synonyms: relent, yield |
softened | (adjective) toned down | - |
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(adjective) being or made softer or less loud or clear | Synonyms: dull, muffled, muted |
softener | (noun) a substance added to another to make it less hard | - |
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softening | (adjective) having a softening or soothing effect especially to the skin | Synonyms: demulcent, emollient, salving |
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(noun) the process of becoming softer | - |