Definitions and Examples of soften, weaken
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
To make something less hard, stiff, or severe.
Example
She used a hairdryer to soften the butter so that she could mix it easily.
To make something less strong or effective.
Example
The storm weakened the foundation of the house, causing it to collapse.
Key Differences: soften vs weaken
- 1Soften is used when something becomes less hard or stiff, while weaken is used when something becomes less strong or effective.
- 2Soften can be used for both physical and emotional states, while weaken is mostly used for physical states.
Effective Usage of soften, weaken
- 1Cooking: Use soften to describe the process of making something less hard or stiff, such as butter or cheese.
- 2Sports: Use weaken to describe the process of reducing the strength or effectiveness of an opponent, such as in boxing or wrestling.
- 3Relationships: Use soften to describe the process of becoming more gentle or compassionate towards someone, such as in a romantic relationship or friendship.
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Remember this!
The antonyms soften and weaken have distinct nuances: Soften is used when something becomes less hard or stiff, while weaken is used when something becomes less strong or effective. Use these words in cooking, sports, and relationships to describe the process of making something less hard or stiff, reducing the strength or effectiveness of an opponent, or becoming more gentle or compassionate towards someone.
