soft-soap

Definitions of soft-soap
  1. verb
    persuade someone through flattery
    see moresee less
    type of:
    blarney, cajole, coax, inveigle, palaver, sweet-talk, wheedle
    influence or urge by gentle urging, caressing, or flattering
  2. verb
    use flattering talk on somebody
    see moresee less
    type of:
    blandish, flatter
    praise somewhat dishonestly
Cite this entry
Style:
MLA
  • MLA
  • APA
  • Chicago

Copy citation
DISCLAIMER: These example sentences appear in various news sources and books to reflect the usage of the word ‘soft-soap'. Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Vocabulary.com or its editors. Send us feedback
Word Family