SALVES Synonyms: 60 Similar and Opposite Words

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verb

present tense third-person singular of salve

as in soothes

to free from distress or disturbance attempting to salve her conscience, she anonymously sent the store a sum of cash sufficient to cover the merchandise she had shoplifted

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noun

plural of salve

as in ointments

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This reduces friction, soothes your skin, and helps make the massage more comfortable.

— Sarah Richards, Verywell Health, 22 July 2026
Nothing soothes the soul quite like the sun and sand — and, for some people, a giant shade canopy, indoor couch and a table decked out with flatware and a fancy meal.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 8 July 2026

Definition of soothes

Noun

Waad was treated at the hospital, but the family can no longer afford the medication ointments necessary to help her heal.

— Diaa Ostaz, ABC News, 24 July 2026
The retreat also builds in plenty of time for rest and provides rehydration salts as well as ointments for ostomy care.

— Katie Camero, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 July 2026

Definition of ointments

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The Marine Rain Massage is an immersive treatment that releases muscle tension, calms the nervous system, and activates circulation.

— Rana Good, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Aug. 2026
Lake Oconee, Georgia While summer on the water in Georgia is a boisterous and exciting time—often accompanied by boat rides, cold drinks, music, and waterskis—lake life calms in the fall.

— Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 28 July 2026

Definition of calms

Noun

This category also encompasses creams or pastes—essentially anything that can be passed through with a butter knife—from common travel necessities like shampoo, face wash, and sunscreen; to toothpaste, hairspray, and even peanut butter.

— Rachel Chang, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 July 2026
The ingredient made its way from Korean dermatology clinics into serums, masks and creams sold worldwide.

— Hanna Wickes, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 July 2026

Definition of creams

Verb

The comforting whistle of air sweeping in and out of my velvet horse nostrils lulls me right to sleep.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 20 July 2026
By stop-starting Gvardiol — a trick that lulls defenders into a false sense of security — and then faking to go one way and then the other, Messi found space where there seemed to be none and set up Julian Alvarez for Argentina’s third goal.

— Charlotte Harpur, New York Times, 10 July 2026

Definition of lulls

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Their body care kit gets to the root of smooth skin with a trio of products including a pre-sluff bar that rids it of lotions and oils, a washable textured mitt that sloughs off dead cells and a eucalyptus-scented body lotion that loads it with hydration while making your bathroom smell like a spa.

— Jackie Fields, PEOPLE, 1 June 2026
Best lotions for tattoos This body lotion soothes the itchiness and irritation from a new tattoo.

— BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 25 Feb. 2026

Definition of lotions

Noun

An ultra-fine, barrier-reparative mist, under-eye patches, and lip balms are also essential—tucked away in a pouch inside my Alex Mill tote.

— Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 19 July 2026
The extra hair ties, lotion bottles, lip balms, and stack of books can be pared down, as can any chargers, medications, and other items that don’t belong.

— Jamie Cuccinelli, Martha Stewart, 12 July 2026

Definition of balms

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