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softness vs pianissimo

pianissimo vs softness

softness and pianissimo both are nouns.

softness is not an adjective while pianissimo is an adjective.

softness is not an adverb while pianissimo is an adverb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
softness Yes No No No
pianissimo Yes Yes No Yes
As nouns, pianissimo is a hyponym of softness; that is, pianissimo is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than softness:
  • softness: a sound property that is free from loudness or stridency
  • pianissimo: (music) low loudness
Other hyponyms of softness include faintness, decrescendo, diminuendo, piano.
softness (noun) pianissimo (noun)
the property of giving little resistance to pressure and being easily cut or molded (music) low loudness
a sound property that is free from loudness or stridency
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
softness (adjective) pianissimo (adjective)
(chiefly a direction or description in music) very soft
softness (adverb) pianissimo (adverb)
a direction in music; to be played very softly
Difference between softness and pianissimo

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