as in weakness
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
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Recent Examples of softness
Each was judged on softness, absorbency, size, and dry time—and yes, every single one has elevated our bath time routines for the better.
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Jasmine Desiree, Architectural Digest, 31 Oct. 2025
Europe, Middle East & Africa (EMEA) sales increased 3% as currency and price/mix tailwinds were partially offset by a 1% headwind from cost pass-through dynamics and lower volumes driven by softness in the metals & mining , manufacturing , and chemicals & energy end markets.
—CNBC, 31 Oct. 2025
An area rug can completely change how a room feels—adding warmth, softness, and personality from the very first step.
—Jacqueline Tempera, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Oct. 2025
Love is watching the pigment in your hair fade, the wrinkles on your face form, the softness in your voice amplify.
—Rachel Desantis, PEOPLE, 29 Oct. 2025
This balm features a Monoï Hydrating Complex (a blend of coconut oil and gardenia extract) that provides lips with lasting softness, while squalane, jojoba seed oil, and pomegranate flower extract boost moisture and nourishment.
—Lily Wohlner, Allure, 29 Oct. 2025
Using Australian wools, classic jean hues were used for the 100 pure wool fabrics — which the company said reproduces the style and look of traditional denim, enhanced by the softness, warmth and comfort that comes from using merino wools.
—Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 28 Oct. 2025
Due to its durability, warmth and softness, flannel fabrics are also used to make linens, upholstery and drapery.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 28 Oct. 2025
But there’s a softness to him, too.
—Armando Tinoco, Deadline, 28 Oct. 2025
Jasmine Desiree, Architectural Digest, 31 Oct. 2025
Europe, Middle East & Africa (EMEA) sales increased 3% as currency and price/mix tailwinds were partially offset by a 1% headwind from cost pass-through dynamics and lower volumes driven by softness in the metals & mining , manufacturing , and chemicals & energy end markets.
—CNBC, 31 Oct. 2025
An area rug can completely change how a room feels—adding warmth, softness, and personality from the very first step.
—Jacqueline Tempera, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Oct. 2025
Love is watching the pigment in your hair fade, the wrinkles on your face form, the softness in your voice amplify.
—Rachel Desantis, PEOPLE, 29 Oct. 2025
This balm features a Monoï Hydrating Complex (a blend of coconut oil and gardenia extract) that provides lips with lasting softness, while squalane, jojoba seed oil, and pomegranate flower extract boost moisture and nourishment.
—Lily Wohlner, Allure, 29 Oct. 2025
Using Australian wools, classic jean hues were used for the 100 pure wool fabrics — which the company said reproduces the style and look of traditional denim, enhanced by the softness, warmth and comfort that comes from using merino wools.
—Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 28 Oct. 2025
Due to its durability, warmth and softness, flannel fabrics are also used to make linens, upholstery and drapery.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 28 Oct. 2025
But there’s a softness to him, too.
—Armando Tinoco, Deadline, 28 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for softness
weakness
Noun
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The problem with that is that good teams — the winning franchises — build their teams inside-out by fortifying the offensive and defensive lines, which just happen to be the areas of weakness this season.—
Omar Kelly
November 7,
Miami Herald,
7 Nov. 2025
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Exports weren’t the only area that saw surprise weakness.—
Glenn Taylor,
Sourcing Journal,
7 Nov. 2025
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“Softness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/softness. Accessed 11 Nov. 2025.
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