softened (Meaning)

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softened (s)

toned down

being or made softer or less loud or clear

The warm sunlight softened the hardened clay, making it pliable.
His harsh words gradually softened as he witnessed her genuine remorse.
The gentle breeze softened the rough edges of the leaves.
The aroma of freshly baked bread softened the cold, dreary morning air.
Time had softened the pain of their loss, but the memory still lingered.
The love between them had softened their hearts, making them more compassionate.
The soft glow of the lamplight softened the harsh shadows in the room.
Her warm smile softened the stern expression on his face.
The music had a soothing quality that softened her troubled mind.
The sight of the tranquil lake softened the edges of his stress.

toned down, being or made softer or less loud or clear

feeble, weakened, soft, disabled,weak, tired,frail, exhausted, prostrate, faint

stalwart, strengthened, stalwart, muscular, rugged, athletic, strengthened, hard, stout, mighty

The warm sunlight softened the hardened clay, making it pliable.

His harsh words gradually softened as he witnessed her genuine remorse.

The gentle breeze softened the rough edges of the leaves.

The aroma of freshly baked bread softened the cold, dreary morning air.