1 : a sound property that is free from loudness or stridency; "and in softness almost beyond hearing"
2 : the trait of being effeminate (derogatory of a man); "the students associated science with masculinity and arts with effeminacy"; "Spartans accused Athenians of effeminateness"; "he was shocked by the softness of the atmosphere surrounding the young prince, arising from the superfluity of the femininity that guided him"
3 : poor physical condition; being out of shape or out of condition (as from a life of ease and luxury)
4 : the quality of weather that is deliciously mild and soothing
