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softened

/ˈsɒftnɪd/ verb, adjective · British & US
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What does softened mean?

verb, adjective

Past tense of soften, made less severe or harsh. Describing something as having lost its sharpness or intensity.

Example

"The music was softened by the addition of a gentle piano melody."

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