English · Adjectives
softly
/ˈsɒftli/
[/ˈsɒftli/]
in a soft, quiet way
Beginneradverb
Definition
Softly means in a quiet, gentle way.
Example
She spoke softly so the baby would not wake.
She spoke softly so the baby would not wake.
Etymology
From 'soft', from Old English 'softe', plus '-ly'.
How & Where It’s Used
Used for quiet, gentle sounds or movements.