Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
soft-soap
verb
/ˈsɔːft.səʊp/
Definition
To persuade someone by flattery or insincere praise.
Examples
- She tried to soft-soap her way into getting a promotion.
- He soft-soaped the manager with compliments to gain favor.
- Don’t let him soft-soap you; he just wants to avoid responsibility.
Meaning
Soft-soap refers to the act of trying to get someone to do something by using smooth talk or excessive compliments, often without genuine feelings behind the words.
Synonyms
- cajole
- flatter
- coax
- sugarcoat
- play up
