softly Meaning & Definition
What Does Softly Mean?
Softly is used as an adverb meaning In a soft manner; gently. It is also used to mean Not loudly; nearly inaudibly.
Softly: Key Facts
| Part of speech | adverb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //ˈsɔftli// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Synonyms | gently, lightly and quietly |
| Antonyms | loud, aloud and loudly |
| Comparative / superlative | softlier, softliest |
Softly Definition (Adverb)
- In a soft manner; gently.
The masseuse was rubbing my back too softly for my liking, so I asked her to go harder.
- Not loudly; nearly inaudibly.
whisper softly in someone's ear
- With subdued color; faded or misty with distance.
Adverb
- Not loudly; nearly inaudible.
Synonyms of Softly
Softly synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Softly
Softly in a Sentence
The masseuse was rubbing my back too softly for my liking, so I asked her to go harder.
whisper softly in someone's ear
play music softly
Word Forms & Grammar
softly (comparative softlier or more softly, superlative softliest or most softly)
Words That Rhyme With Softly
Origin of Softly
From Middle English softely, softeliche, equivalent to soft + -ly.
Pronouncing Softly
The standard pronunciation of softly is //ˈsɔftli//, spoken in 1 syllable.
Softly: Your Questions Answered
What part of speech is softly?
Softly is an adverb.
What is another word for softly?
You can replace softly with words such as gently, lightly and quietly. See the full list of softly synonyms and antonyms.
What are the comparative and superlative forms of softly?
The comparative form is softlier and the superlative form is softliest.