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Meaning of Soothe
to make someone or something feel calmer and less upset
Definitions
- To make someone or something feel calmer and less upset
- * To make a painful or unpleasant feeling less severe
- * To calm or comfort someone who is upset or angry
Etymology of Soothe
The word "soothe" has its roots in Old English and Old Norse, with the Old English word "þæþian" meaning "to make calm" and the Old Norse word "þæða" meaning "to comfort"
Historically, the word has been used to describe the act of calming or comforting someone, and has evolved to encompass a range of meanings related to alleviating pain, discomfort, or distress
Example Uses
- The music helped to soothe my nerves after a long day
- * She tried to soothe the crying baby with a gentle lullaby
- * The cold compress was used to soothe the swollen injury