#1 softly r. [quietly] with low volume; "speak softly but carry a big stick"; "she spoke quietly to the child"; "the radio was playing softly". wn
#2 softly r. in a manner that is pleasing to the senses; "she smiled softly". wn
#3 softly r. [lightly, gently] with little weight or force; "she kissed him lightly on the forehead". wn
#4 softly r. [piano] used as a direction in music; to be played relatively softly. wn
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