soften

verb

1.
make (images or sounds) soft or softer
Antonym:
sharpen
2.
3.
give in, as to influence or pressure
NHG erliege relent yield
4.
protect from impact
buffer cushion
5.
make less severe or harsh
aslake mince moderate
6.
7.
become soft or softer
Antonym:
harden
Derived from:
softening