softquestion
nounUK /sɒft ˈkwɛstʃən/
US /sɔft ˈkwɛstʃən/
A soft question is a gentle question that is easy to answer and does not make anyone feel worried.
The teacher asked a soft question about our favorite colors so everyone could join in.
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2. A question that is not meant to test or trick someone, just to start a friendly talk.
He asked a soft question about the weather to break the ice.
3. A question in a quiz or game that is not hard to solve.
The first round had only soft questions, so the little kids could play too.
4. A question asked in a calm, quiet voice so it does not sound harsh.
She leaned close and asked a soft question so no one else would hear.