Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
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macerate | Yes | No | Yes | No |
soften | No | No | Yes | No |
macerate (noun) | soften (noun) |
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a macerated substance, sometimes used to infuse vodka with flavor. |
macerate (verb) | soften (verb) |
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soften, usually by steeping in liquid, and cause to disintegrate as a result | become soft or softer |
become soft or separate and disintegrate as a result of excessive soaking | make soft or softer |
cause to grow thin or weak | lessen in force or effect |
separate into constituents by soaking | make less severe or harsh |
protect from impact | |
make (images or sounds) soft or softer | |
give in, as to influence or pressure |