soothing

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adjective

sooth·​ing ˈsü-t͟hiŋ 

: tending to soothe

also : having a sedative effect

soothing syrup

soothingly adverb

soothingness noun

soothing

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present participle of soothe

Synonyms of soothing

Adjective

• relaxing
• comforting
• tranquilizing
• hypnotic

Examples of soothing in a Sentence

Adjective

The music had a soothing effect on the baby.

the soothing music eventually put the entire yoga class in the proper mood

Recent Examples on the Web

Adjective

Gas, reflux, growth spurts and other sources of discomfort can mean significantly more soothing and troubleshooting throughout the night. — Tereza Shkurtaj, PEOPLE, 14 Sep. 2026

The room was modern-rustic, with cedar-plank walls, limestone floors, hunks of Utah rock crystals, and a private back terrace with an outdoor swing overlooking a brook that provides a soothing nocturnal soundtrack. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Sep. 2026

The formula packs green tea extract for soothing and antioxidant-rich rosehip oil for skin brightening. — Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 3 Sep. 2026

Wind Features Kinetic wind features also create a focal point, and their rhythmic motion in the wind can be as soothing as that of a water feature. — Nadia Hassani, The Spruce, 29 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

Adjective

1700, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing soothing

• making soothing/reassuring noises

Rhymes for soothing

• smoothing

Kids Definition

soothing

adjective

sooth·​ing

ˈsü-t͟hiŋ

: tending to soothe

soothing sounds