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softie

/ˈsɔːf.ti/
sof · tie

Adverb:softly
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Plural:softies
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Adjective:soft
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softie Lexical Profile

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1

A person who is kind, sympathetic, sentimental, or easily moved to pity, often beneath a seemingly tough exterior (informal).

Example

"Despite his stern demeanor in the boardroom, the director is a real softie when it comes to stray animals."


2

A person who is physically or emotionally weak, timid, or lacking in endurance (informal).

Example

"His older brothers teased him for being a softie whenever he complained about the cold weather."

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Softie. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/softie
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