soothing

adjective

sooth·​ing ˈsü-t͟hiŋ 

: tending to soothe

also : having a sedative effect

soothing syrup

soothingly adverb

soothingness noun

Synonyms of soothing

• relaxing
• comforting
• tranquilizing
• hypnotic

Examples of soothing in a Sentence

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

The rooms The 132 rooms (including nine suites and a presidential suite) feel airy, soothing, and upscale without veering fussy. —Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Mar. 2026

Step one clears away dead skin and gunk with exfoliating acids like lactic, malic, and glycolic; step two adds in soothing, anti-aging ingredients like green tea and adenosine. —Annie Blackman, Allure, 28 Feb. 2026

After a day of perfecting your pop-ups, take a soothing dip in the property’s infinity pool, set amidst lush greens for a truly relaxing scene. —Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 26 Feb. 2026

Is there anything more soothing than a hot cup of cocoa or a mug of chai on a chilly winter day? —Sara Kiley Watson, Popular Science, 26 Feb. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

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