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dimness vs softness

softness vs dimness

dimness and softness both are nouns.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
dimness Yes No No No
softness Yes No No No
As nouns, softness is a hypernym of dimness; that is, softness is a word with a broader meaning than dimness:
  • dimness: the quality of being dim or lacking contrast
  • softness: the quality of being indistinct and without sharp outlines
Other hypernyms of dimness include blurriness, fogginess, fuzziness, indistinctness.
dimness (noun) softness (noun)
the property of lights or sounds that lack brilliance or are reduced in intensity the property of giving little resistance to pressure and being easily cut or molded
the quality of being dim or lacking contrast a sound property that is free from loudness or stridency
the state of being poorly illuminated a disposition to be lenient in judging others
acting in a manner that is gentle and mild and even-tempered
the trait of being effeminate (derogatory of a man)
the quality of being indistinct and without sharp outlines
a visual property that is subdued and free from brilliance or glare
a state of declining economic condition
poor physical condition; being out of shape or out of condition (as from a life of ease and luxury)
the quality of weather that is deliciously mild and soothing
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