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Meaning of word softly from English dictionary with examples, synonyms and antonyms.

softly   adverb

Meaning : With low volume.

Example : Speak softly but carry a big stick.
She spoke quietly to the child.
The radio was playing softly.

Synonyms : quietly

With relatively high volume.

The band played loudly.
She spoke loudly and angrily.
He spoke loud enough for those at the back of the room to hear him.
Cried aloud for help.
aloud, loud, loudly

Meaning : In a manner that is pleasing to the senses.

Example : She smiled softly.

Meaning : With little weight or force.

Example : She kissed him lightly on the forehead.

Synonyms : gently, lightly

Meaning : Used as a direction in music. To be played relatively softly.

Synonyms : piano

Used as a direction in music. To be played relatively loudly.

forte, loudly

Softly meaning in Telugu.