Definition of soften
1 : to make soft or softer
2a : to weaken the military resistance or the morale of especially by harassment (such as preliminary bombardment)
—often used with up
b : to impair the strength or resistance of
—often used with upsoften up a sales prospect
: to become soft or softer
her face softened
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The first known use of soften was in the 14th century
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