Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
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sharpen | No | No | Yes | No |
soften | No | No | Yes | No |
sharpen (verb) | soften (verb) |
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become sharp or sharper | become soft or softer |
make crisp or more crisp and precise | make soft or softer |
raise the pitch of (musical notes) | lessen in force or effect |
put (an image) into focus | make less severe or harsh |
make (one's senses) more acute | protect from impact |
give a point to | make (images or sounds) soft or softer |
make sharp or sharper | give in, as to influence or pressure |
make (images or sounds) sharp or sharper |