Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
soothe
verb
/suːð/
Definition
To gently calm or relieve someone or something.
Examples
- She sang a lullaby to soothe the crying baby.
- A warm cup of tea can help soothe my nerves.
- The therapist used calming techniques to soothe her anxious client.
Meaning
Soothe means to bring comfort or to alleviate distress or discomfort.
Synonyms
- calm
- comfort
- alleviate
- pacify
- relieve
