SOFTEN
/ˈsɑfən/
6 letters · 2 syllables · verb
Definition of SOFTEN
To make something soft or softer.
"Soften the butter before beating in the sugar."
To undermine the morale of someone (often soften up).
"Before the invasion, we softened up the enemy with the artillery."
To make less harsh
"Having second thoughts, I softened my criticism."
Examples of SOFTEN in a Sentence
- "Soften the butter before beating in the sugar."
- "Before the invasion, we softened up the enemy with the artillery."
- "Having second thoughts, I softened my criticism."
Word Details
Is SOFTEN a Scrabble Word?
Yes, SOFTEN is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: SOFTEN uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for SOFTEN
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | s | o | f | t | e | n | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 9 |
| WWF | 1 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 10 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in SOFTEN
88 words from the letters in SOFTEN
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How to Use SOFTEN in Word Games
SOFTEN is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, SOFTEN is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble SOFTEN to find 88 additional valid words.