adjective as in strong fondness

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tempering, softening, mellowing

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Example:The tempering of the harsh laws made them more just and fair.

Definition:The process of gradually making something gentler or milder, often by decreasing its intensity or severity.

From tempering

Example:The softening of the policies reduced tensions between the rival factions.

Definition:The act of gradually making something gentler, milder, or less intense.

From softening

Example:With age and experience, his personality began to mellowing, becoming more serene.

Definition:The process of gradually becoming gentler, milder, or less harsh.

From mellowing