Definitions
- Describing something that is easily compressed or flattened under pressure. - Referring to something that is malleable or pliable when touched. - Talking about something that feels spongy or yielding when pressed.
- Describing something that is gentle and pleasant to the touch. - Referring to something that is not hard or rough in texture. - Talking about something that is yielding or pliable when touched.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe something that is pleasant to the touch.
- 2Both words can be used to describe textures.
- 3Both words suggest a degree of flexibility or pliability.
- 4Both words can be used to describe food or materials.
What is the difference?
- 1Compression: Squashy specifically suggests something that can be easily compressed or flattened, while soft does not have this connotation.
- 2Texture: Soft can describe a wide range of textures, while squashy specifically suggests something that is spongy or yielding.
- 3Formality: Soft is a more common and versatile word that can be used in both formal and informal contexts, while squashy is less common and may be considered more informal.
- 4Connotation: Squashy has a more playful and whimsical connotation, while soft is more neutral and can be used in a wider range of contexts.
- 5Usage: Squashy is often used to describe food or objects that are meant to be squeezed or compressed, while soft can be used to describe a wider range of things, such as fabrics, sounds, or emotions.
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Remember this!
Squashy and soft are both words that describe something that is pleasant to the touch and has a degree of flexibility or pliability. However, squashy specifically suggests something that is easily compressed or flattened, while soft is a more versatile word that can describe a wider range of textures and contexts.
