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soothing

The correct spelling is soothing.

How to pronounce soothing

verb

IPA: /ˈsuːðɪŋ/

Say it like: Soo-thi-ng

The correct spelling is soothing. To restore to ease, comfort, or tranquility; relieve; calm; quiet; refresh. For example: "soothing music"

Usage Examples

soothing music

soothing words

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To restore to ease, comfort, or tranquility; relieve; calm; quiet; refresh.
  2. 2.To allay; assuage; mitigate; soften.
  3. 3.To smooth over; render less obnoxious.
  4. 4.To calm or placate someone or some situation.
  5. 5.To ease or relieve pain or suffering.

noun

  1. 1.The act by which somebody is soothed.

adjective

  1. 1.Tending to soothe.
  2. 2.Giving relief.
  3. 3.Freeing from fear or anxiety.

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