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Having a gently calming effect
“Some of these, such as the soothing sounds of the ocean or gentle music, can be very relaxing and therapeutic.”
Reducing pain or discomfort
“Time can be a soothing balm, like a topical ointment that helps a stinging soul feel a bit better.”
Mild or gentle in effect or degree
“It was the blandness of the yogurt, the soothing taste of the wheat, and the vaporous crunch of the onion, all encased in a mixture of herbs unlike anything I had ever tasted before.”
Melodiously or musically soft and sweet
(of words or language) Soothing and not harsh or angry
Intended to make someone less angry or hostile
Serving to alleviate a person's feelings of grief or distress
Generally pleasing to the senses
Recuperative or having the essence of healing
Comfortable and cozy, as a home would be
Low in audible volume
The state of experiencing relief, typically from something intense or severe
The action of bringing peace and harmony
Reduction of, or freedom, from pain
Present participle for to calm or lull one who is distraught, emotional or excited
“A subtle noise is made by both men and women to soothe the child to sleep, a sound like the soughing of the wind through the pines.”
Present participle for to provide assuagement or palliation to the pain or suffering of
“The sweetness of the flower that had become a part of Marion herself might soothe the pain of his final moment on earth.”
Present participle for to relieve the distress or suffering of
“He cannot succeed in being a man for his wife, because he does not know how to soothe her anguish.”
Present participle for to reduce the intensity or severity of
“Kayla felt like her mouth was on fire, and longed for a piece of bread or something to soothe the heat.”
Present participle for to tranquilize by giving a sedative
Present participle for to calm or compose oneself after being tense or over-excited
Present participle for to touch or stroke gently or lovingly
Present participle for to treat someone medically, as a doctor would
Present participle for to persuade someone to do something
Present participle for to act as a mediator between two parties
Present participle for to free (someone or oneself) from disturbance or agitation
Present participle for to feel sorrow for the misfortunes of
Present participle for to praise or flatter
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