Softly

/ˈsɔːf.tli/

Meaning & Definition

adverb

In a gentle or quiet manner.

She spoke softly to avoid waking the baby.

With an absence of harshness or severity.

The wind blew softly through the trees.

In a tender or affectionate way.

He caressed her cheek softly.

Without force; gently.

The music played softly in the background.

In a subtle or understated manner.

The colors were softly blended in the painting.

Middle English, from Old English 'softe' meaning tender or gentle.

sing softly:

to sing in a soft, gentle voice.

speak softly:

to speak in a low or gentle manner.

land softly:

to land gently or without force.

To act or speak in a non-confrontational way.

He handled the situation softly to avoid escalating tensions.

To take something easy or chill.

Let’s softly roll into the weekend without a plan.