: tending to soothe
also
: having a sedative effect
soothing syrup
soothingly
adverb
soothingness
noun
Synonyms
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
Dutcher tried to offer soothing perspective in the face of a 30-point trip to the woodshed.
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Mark Zeigler, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 Mar. 2024
These plush fleece house slippers will give achy feet a soothing end to a long day.
—Maya Polton, Parents, 27 Mar. 2024
Herbal Tea Ritual: Enjoy a cup of caffeine-free herbal tea, such as chamomile or lavender, to promote relaxation and create a soothing bedtime ritual.
—Maryal Miller Carter, USA TODAY, 25 Mar. 2024
Having caught a little sun on my way over, a blissfully soothing series of masks, serums, and creams paired with a scalp massage had the magical effect of somehow bringing my raw and reddened complexion back to life.
—Liam Hess, Vogue, 7 Feb. 2024
The machine’s sound options, which include white noise, rain, and wind, are designed to be soft and soothing for all ages, including babies.
—Adria Greenhauff, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Mar. 2024
Baby swings have come a long way, with many models offering modern features like white noise and soothing music, timers, Bluetooth connectivity, and even the ability to automatically detect a baby’s crying.
—Chaunie Brusie, Rn, Parents, 7 Mar. 2024
The soothing melodies were coupled with fun-in-the-sun whiskey cocktails inspired by Bardstown’s collaboration with Foursquare Rum.
—Garret K. Woodward, Rolling Stone, 7 Mar. 2024
And the right cue—an activity that’s genuinely soothing to you—gradually turns down the stimulation dial in your brain.
—Korin Miller, SELF, 6 Mar. 2024
Mark Zeigler, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 Mar. 2024
These plush fleece house slippers will give achy feet a soothing end to a long day.
—Maya Polton, Parents, 27 Mar. 2024
Herbal Tea Ritual: Enjoy a cup of caffeine-free herbal tea, such as chamomile or lavender, to promote relaxation and create a soothing bedtime ritual.
—Maryal Miller Carter, USA TODAY, 25 Mar. 2024
Having caught a little sun on my way over, a blissfully soothing series of masks, serums, and creams paired with a scalp massage had the magical effect of somehow bringing my raw and reddened complexion back to life.
—Liam Hess, Vogue, 7 Feb. 2024
The machine’s sound options, which include white noise, rain, and wind, are designed to be soft and soothing for all ages, including babies.
—Adria Greenhauff, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Mar. 2024
Baby swings have come a long way, with many models offering modern features like white noise and soothing music, timers, Bluetooth connectivity, and even the ability to automatically detect a baby’s crying.
—Chaunie Brusie, Rn, Parents, 7 Mar. 2024
The soothing melodies were coupled with fun-in-the-sun whiskey cocktails inspired by Bardstown’s collaboration with Foursquare Rum.
—Garret K. Woodward, Rolling Stone, 7 Mar. 2024
And the right cue—an activity that’s genuinely soothing to you—gradually turns down the stimulation dial in your brain.
—Korin Miller, SELF, 6 Mar. 2024
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Word History
First Known Use
1700, in the meaning defined above
Phrases Containing soothing
Dictionary Entries Near soothing
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“Soothing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/soothing. Accessed 16 Apr. 2024.
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soothing
adjective
sooth·ing
ˈsü-t͟hiŋ
: tending to soothe
soothing sounds
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