HARSHENED Antonyms

• softened by the addition of cushions or padding

• (of pain or sorrow) made easier to bear

• having a full and pleasing flavor through proper aging

• softened through age or experience

• made smooth by ironing

• toned down

• being or made softer or less loud or clear

• made hard or flexible or resilient especially by heat treatment

• adjusted or attuned by adding a counterbalancing element

• being within reasonable or average limits; not excessive or extreme

• a person who takes a position in the political center

• not extreme

• marked by avoidance of extravagance or extremes

• preside over

• make less fast or intense

• lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits

• make less severe or harsh

• make less strong or intense; soften

• make more temperate, acceptable, or suitable by adding something else