softie

/ˈsɔfti/
noun
  1. A person who is easily moved to sympathy, kindness, or affection; someone who is not tough or strict.
    • The coach turned out to be a softie who let the team take a break whenever they asked.
    • My dad is a big softie when it comes to puppies.
    • Don't let his stern face fool you — he's a real softie inside.
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