soothing

adjective

sooth·​ing ˈsü-t͟hiŋ How to pronounce soothing (audio)
Synonyms of soothingnext
: tending to soothe
also : having a sedative effect
soothing syrup
soothingly adverb
soothingness noun

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The music had a soothing effect on the baby. the soothing music eventually put the entire yoga class in the proper mood
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After performing a patch test, it can be used as a soothing skin toner. — Melissa Kravitz Hoeffner, Martha Stewart, 27 June 2026 The sight of the lumbering actor wearing track clothes and sitting cross-legged while listening to a soothing relaxation tape on headphones is priceless. — Frank Scheck, HollywoodReporter, 22 June 2026 That leaves us with smart solutions and savvy helpers that are specifically designed to minimize the heat, remove stuffiness, and provide soothing, cooling relief. — Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 29 June 2026 Follow a soothing, regular bedtime routine—reading or journaling for 15 minutes in your pajamas, with the lights dimmed. — Colleen Doherty, Verywell Health, 22 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for soothing

Word History

First Known Use

1700, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of soothing was in 1700

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soothing

adjective
sooth·​ing
ˈsü-t͟hiŋ
: tending to soothe
soothing sounds

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