副词
1. with low volume
e.g. speak softly but carry a big stick
she spoke quietly to the child
the radio was playing softly
Synonym: quietly
2. with little weight or force
e.g. she kissed him lightly on the forehead
3. used as a direction in music
to be played relatively softly
Synonym: piano
4. in a manner that is pleasing to the senses
e.g. she smiled softly