ASTRINGENTS Antonyms

• soft and mild; not harsh or stern or severe

• having or showing a kindly or tender nature

• quiet and soothing

• belonging to or characteristic of the nobility or aristocracy

• easily handled or managed

• having little impact

• marked by moderate steepness

• cause to be more favorably inclined; gain the good will of

• give a title to someone; make someone a member of the nobility

• stroke soothingly

• tolerant or lenient

• not strict

• characterized by tolerance and mercy

• moderate in type or degree or effect or force; far from extreme

• humble in spirit or manner; suggesting retiring mildness or even cowed submissiveness

• mild and pleasant

• the process of becoming softer

• having a softening or soothing effect especially to the skin

• affording physical relief

• freeing from fear and anxiety

• any compound that contains water of crystallization

• supply water or liquid to in order to maintain a healthy balance

• become hydrated and combine with water

• cause to be hydrated; add water or moisture to

• make (more) humid

• not astringent