moderate vs soften

soften vs moderate

moderate is a noun but soften is not a noun.

moderate is an adjective but soften is not an adjective.

moderate and soften both are verbs.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
moderate	Yes	Yes	Yes	No
soften	No	No	Yes	No

As verbs, moderate and soften are synonyms defined as:

moderate and soften: make less severe or harsh

Other synonyms of moderate include mince.

moderate (noun)	soften (noun)
a person who takes a position in the political center

moderate (adjective)	soften (adjective)
being within reasonable or average limits; not excessive or extreme
not extreme
marked by avoidance of extravagance or extremes

moderate (verb)	soften (verb)
make more temperate, acceptable, or suitable by adding something else	become soft or softer
make less fast or intense	make soft or softer
preside over	lessen in force or effect
make less strong or intense; soften	make less severe or harsh
make less severe or harsh	protect from impact
lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits	make (images or sounds) soft or softer
	give in, as to influence or pressure

Difference between moderate and soften

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