(politics) Political influence that is extended by means of diplomacy, media, international assistance, cultural exchanges, etc., rather than by such "hard" means as military intervention or punitive economic measures.

plural of soft spot

Gentle; permissive; lenient; slow to enforce discipline. / Unaccustomed to hard work.

Alternative form of soft-handed

Alternative spelling of soft-boiled

(electronics) A button, located along a display device, which performs whatever function is shown near it on the display.

(film, of lighting) Gently highlighting; low-key.

(computing) An indication to a user that what they requested may be found elsewhere.

Alternative spelling of softhearted

(human resources) A personal skill that is usually interpersonal, non-specialized, and difficult to quantify, such as leadership or responsibility.