softness

softness

noun

Definition of SOFTNESS

the quality or state of lacking strength of will or character <softness is the one quality that the public will not tolerate in a leader>

Synonyms frailness, frailty, softness, spinelessness, wimpiness, wimpishness, wishy-washiness

Related Words collapse; failing, flaw, foible, peccadillo; evil, immorality, wickedness; corruption, corruptness

Near Antonyms discipline, self-discipline; goodness, integrity, morality, rectitude, righteousness, rightness, uprightness, virtuousness

Antonyms backbone, chutzpah (also chutzpa or hutzpah or hutzpa), firmness, fortitude, hardihood, mettle, moxie, nerve, resoluteness, strength, toughness