soothe
soothe
verb \ˈsüth\soothedsooth·ing
Definition of SOOTHE
transitive verb
1
: to please by or as if by attention or concern : placate
3
: to bring comfort, solace, or reassurance to <music soothes the soul>
intransitive verb
: to bring peace, composure, or quietude
— sooth·er noun
Examples of SOOTHE
- The waiter tried to soothe the angry customer.
- This cream soothes aching muscles.
- Her nerves were soothed by a warm bath.
- Nothing can soothe their pain.
Origin of SOOTHE
Middle English sothen to verify, from Old English sōthian, from sōth
First Known Use: 1657
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