Softback — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective noun /ˈsȯf(t)-ˌbak/ soft·back

Meaning & Definition of Softback

Softback (adjective)

  1. softcover

Softback (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in hardback, softcover

    similar: hardback, hardcover, paper, paperback, paperbound, pocket book, pocket edition, softcover, trade book, trade edition, book, tome, volume, folio, quarto, guidebook, handbook, how-to, manual, catalog, cyclopedia, dictionary, encyclopedia, monograph, primer, text, textbook, tract, treatise, novel, novelette, pulp, album, almanac, anthology, casebook, chapbook, omnibus, picture book

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Softback

The most common words with a similar meaning to Softback:

hardback, hardcover, paper, paperback, paperbound, pocket book, pocket edition, softcover, trade book, trade edition, book, tome, volume, folio, quarto, guidebook, handbook, how-to, manual, catalog, cyclopedia, dictionary, encyclopedia, monograph, primer, text, textbook, tract, treatise, novel, novelette, pulp, album, almanac, anthology, casebook, chapbook, omnibus, picture book

Word Forms of Softback

Derived words: softback (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Softback

First known use: 1958

Frequently Asked Questions about Softback

What does "Softback" mean?

"Softback" means softcover. As an an adjective and a noun, it is defined as: softcover.

What is another word for "Softback"?

Other words for "Softback" include hardback, hardcover, paper, paperback, paperbound, pocket book, pocket edition and softcover. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Softback" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Softback"?

There are 39 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Softback". Common alternatives include hardback, hardcover, paper, paperback, paperbound, pocket book, pocket edition, softcover, trade book and trade edition.

Is "Softback" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Softback" can be used as an adjective and a noun, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Softback"?

"Softback" is pronounced /ˈsȯf(t)-ˌbak/ and divided into syllables as soft·back.

What is the origin of the word "Softback"?

First known use: 1958.

What is another word for "Softback" meaning "as in hardback, softcover"?

When "Softback" (noun) means as in hardback, softcover, synonyms include hardback, hardcover, paper, paperback, paperbound and pocket book.

What words are derived from "Softback"?

Words derived from "Softback" include softback (noun).