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softness

[/ˈsɔːftnəs/]
nounfeminine
maciez
1. The quality or state of being soft to the touch
The softness of the fabric made it comfortable to wear.
A maciez do tecido o tornou confortável de usar.
2. Gentleness or mildness in manner or tone
She spoke with softness in her voice.
Ela falou com maciez na voz.
3. Lack of hardness, firmness, or severity
The softness of the mattress provided good support.
A maciez do colchão proporcionou bom apoio.
4. Weakness or lack of resilience
The softness of his character made him vulnerable to manipulation.
A fraqueza de seu caráter o tornou vulnerável à manipulação.
Synonyms
gentlenesstenderness, smoothnessdelicacymildness
Antonyms
hardnessharshnessfirmnessroughness

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
maciez
Most common usage across Brazil
São Paulo
maciez
Standard usage
Rio de Janeiro
maciez
Standard usage
Portugal
maciez
Standard European Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

speak with softness - falar com delicadeza
the softness of touch - o toque delicado
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