Phrase guide

soft touch

noun · 3 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

A person or group that is sympathetic, accommodating, easily overcome, or easily persuaded, especially one that loans or readily gives money to another.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: idiomatic

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

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noun

Meaning 2

A comfortable situation; an easy task or undemanding occupation, especially one which is comfortably remunerative.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: idiomatic

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Meaning relationships

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Antonyms: none provided

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noun

Meaning 3

a person who is gullible and easy to take advantage of

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: chump, fool, gull, mark, patsy, fall guy, sucker, mug

Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: victim, dupe

History

Etymology

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