soothe

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\ ˈsüt͟h

soothed; soothing

Definition of soothe

transitive verb

1 : to please by or as if by attention or concern : placate

2 : relieve, alleviate soothe a cough

3 : to bring comfort, solace, or reassurance to music soothes the soul

intransitive verb

: to bring peace, composure, or quietude

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Examples of soothe in a Sentence

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.

Recent Examples on the Web This allows for marked shifts in tone, from strife to soothing quiet. — J.w.s.w. | Berlin, The Economist, "The variegated symbolism of gardens in art," 1 Aug. 2019 In Las Vegas — a town know for overindulgence — partiers can get an IV aimed at soothing their hangovers right on the strip. — Joe Rubino, The Denver Post, "Denver’s latest health trend doesn’t involve a spin bike or juice cleanse. Instead, it’s a needle and IV bag.," 14 June 2019 The combination of soft lighting, soothing music, and Mesmer’s enthralling movements around the room produced what is now recognized as a form of hypnotism. — National Geographic, "Was this hypnotic health craze an elaborate hoax or a medical breakthrough?," 5 Mar. 2019 The funds’ business models would suffer in a negative-rate environment, so a move to negative rates could be destabilizing — hardly the goal of a policy that is meant to soothe markets and the economy. — Jeanna Smialek, New York Times, "Trump Wants Negative Rates. Here’s How That Would Work.," 11 Sep. 2019 For an extra luscious finish, both rosehip and sea buckthorn oils contain fatty acids and vitamin C to soothe and brighten, respectively. — Chloe Metzger And Taylore Glynn, Marie Claire, "The Best Face Oil for Every Single Skin Type," 29 Aug. 2019 Caffeine works to lessen dark circles and puffiness while squalane, an ingredient derived from olive oil, aims to soothe and hydrate your skin. — Nikhita Mahtani, CNN Underscored, "Want to fight dark circles? Look for these ingredients in your next eye cream," 10 Aug. 2019 Many of Hotel Jerome’s offerings are meant to soothe and rejuvenate your body and spirit after a day spent adventuring in the mountains. — Sarah Kuta, The Know, "Serious self-care: A guide to Colorado’s must-visit spas," 30 July 2019 In addition to the softening and hydrating properties of the original Revitalizing Body Oil, Tata Harper has designed its latest offering specifically to soothe summer skin and relieve sore muscles. — Alexis Rhiannon, Allure, "Tata Harper Is Adding CBD To Its Bliss Body Oil Product, and Allure Readers Will Be the First to Try it," 21 June 2019

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The first known use of soothe was in 1617

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soothe

verb

English Language Learners Definition of soothe

: to cause (someone) to be calmer, less angry, etc.

: to cause (a part of the body) to feel better

: to cause (pain) to go away or become less severe

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soothe

verb

\ ˈsüt͟h

soothed; soothing

Kids Definition of soothe

1 : to please by praise or attention The waiter tried to soothe the angry customer.

2 : relieve sense 1 Lotion will soothe your sunburn.

3 : to calm down : comfort Papa was trying to soothe Mama, who was wheezing heavily from asthma and excitement.— George Selden, The Cricket in Times Square

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