Synonyms of calming

calming 1 of 3

adjective

as in relaxing

tending to calm the emotions and relieve stress

a calming glass of warm milk

Synonyms & Similar Words

• relaxing
• soothing
• tranquilizing
• comforting
• quieting
• hypnotic
• sedative
• dreamy
• narcotic
• lulling
• pacifying
• opiate
• depressant
• analgesic
• anesthetic
• deadening
• anodyne
• antidepressant
• antianxiety
• numbing
• antistress
• antidepression

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• painful
• stressful
• unsettling
• troubling
• tiresome
• stimulating
• trying
• worrisome
• stimulant
• troublesome
• disturbing
• irritating
• energizing
• annoying
• frustrating
• aggravating
• invigorating
• maddening
• exasperating
• bothersome
• irksome
• vexing
• vexatious
• galling
• harassing
• grating
• nettlesome

calming

2 of 3

noun

as in soothing

Related Words

• soothing
• decrease
• salving
• mitigation
• moderation
• appeasement
• assuagement
• relief
• alleviation
• mollification
• ease
• diminishment
• comfort
• release

Dissimilar Words

• discomfort
• unrest
• suffering
• anguish
• torture
• misery
• torment
• agony
• pain
• stitch
• sting
• ache
• pang
• prick
• twinge
• smart
• tingle
• throe

calming

3 of 3

verb

present participle of calm

1

as in lulling

to free from distress or disturbance

the president's reassuring words did much to calm the public during the national emergency

Synonyms & Similar Words

• soothing
• lulling
• composing
• quieting
• relaxing
• appeasing
• tranquilizing
• stilling
• relieving
• salving
• quietening
• settling
• becalming
• hushing
• quelling
• pacifying
• lullabying
• placating
• mollifying
• easing
• alleviating
• conciliating
• mitigating
• allaying
• sedating
• solacing
• assuaging
• laying
• stupefying
• narcotizing

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• disturbing
• upsetting
• disquieting
• agitating
• perturbing
• vexing
• keying (up)
• intensifying
• aggravating
• heightening
• exciting
• arousing
• stirring (up)
• inciting
• rousing
• discomposing
• fomenting
• working up

2

as in containing

to gain emotional or mental control of

he calmed himself before continuing the eulogy

Synonyms & Similar Words

• containing
• composing
• controlling
• restraining
• collecting
• settling
• soothing
• re-collecting
• holding back
• quieting
• tranquilizing
• lulling
• recovering
• rallying
• stilling

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of calming

Adjective

The film’s soundtrack, composed of lots of love songs, is like a calming anthem for the Alpha Gang. — Cortlyn Kelly, IndieWire, 8 Sep. 2026

Chamomile and snow mushroom extract offer both a hydrating and calming effect. — Kiana Murden, Vogue, 8 Sep. 2026

Furnishings made of natural materials and in neutral hues further the calming, immersive feel. — Elizabeth Fazzare, Architectural Digest, 2 Sep. 2026

From humorous and whimsical to elegant and calming, the choice is yours. — Savanna Bous, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Aug. 2026

The best way to make sure your words have a calming effect is to bend down to your child’s eye level, hold their hands in yours, and take a few deep breaths. — Francesca Castagnoli, Parents, 4 Aug. 2026

The songs on the album felt like intricate lullabies with a beautiful, calming, druggy sweetness to them. — Liza Lentini, SPIN, 31 July 2026

Cherries and bananas rank among the most calming foods to eat before bed. — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson july 23, Miami Herald, 23 July 2026

Besides providing access to a range of suburban adopters with big backyards, the ranch will offer a calming and spacious environment, especially for dogs more than 40 pounds, according to PAWS. — Mick Zawislak, Chicago Tribune, 17 July 2026

Noun

The idea is that these stocks benefit from a calming of tensions in the Middle East, regardless of what happens with AI spending near term. — Zev Fima, CNBC, 27 July 2026

As a very high-octane, easily stressed gal in the entertainment industry, Dave is my calming, grounding force. — Dave Quinn, PEOPLE, 25 July 2026

The swinging design and compression help with vestibular input and calming. — Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 20 July 2026

At the same time, glycerin, squalane, and tremella mushrooms keep skin comfortably hydrated, while calming extras like bisabolol and Centella asiatica (cica) minimize the chance of irritation. — Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 8 May 2026

But the only peace on Concrète Waves is the occasional pullback, a calming of the storm rather than the coming of a resolution. — Andrew Ryce, Pitchfork, 9 Apr. 2026

There is self-regulation going on in the initial stages of spiritual development, and this is where calming does come into play. — Jay Caspian Kang, New Yorker, 10 Feb. 2026

Verb

Traffic-calming measures include speed lumps, new bicycle lanes, high-visibility crosswalks, curb extensions and curb islands, according to the city’s website. — Camryn Dadey, Sacbee.com, 15 Sep. 2026

The legendary William Daniels served as the wise, calming voice of Michael’s indestructible, multipurpose Firebird, KITT. — Skyler Trepel, Entertainment Weekly, 13 Sep. 2026

The fast-absorbing, fragrance-free formula melts in instantly—offering calming relief without any trace of greasiness or weight. — Kiana Murden, Vogue, 8 Sep. 2026

Lavender is thought to have calming and soothing properties, which could reduce stress and, as a result, limit headaches. — Lauren Manaker Ms, HEALTH, 8 Sep. 2026

Back at the hotel, the calming interiors encourage proper rest and relaxation. — Irenie Forshaw, TheWeek, 4 Sep. 2026

The wicker shade adds an especially interesting textural element and offers a calming cast of light that’s especially ideal for a reading nook. — Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 2 Sep. 2026

Dropping estrogen triggers night sweats and hot flashes, while less of the calming hormone progesterone fuels anxiety. — Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 1 Sep. 2026

Lavender Lavender is a popular garden perennial for its pleasantly calming fragrance and profuse purple blooms. — Alexandra Jones, The Spruce, 30 Aug. 2026