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soothe (so̵̅o̅t̸h)

transitive verb soothed, soothing sooth′·ing

  1. to make calm or composed, as by gentle treatment, flattery, etc.; appease; mollify
  2. to allay or relieve (pain, an ache, etc.); assuage

Etymology: ME sothen < OE sothian, to bear witness to, prove true < soth: see sooth

intransitive verb

to have a soothing effect

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soothe

v.

soothe Usage Examples

Object

  • irritation: If the rash persists, a mild steroid cream may soothe the irritation.
  • ache: It can also be used to help soothe aches ans pains any were on your body.
  • skin: These precious earth minerals aid in the relief of aches & pains, soothe the skin & help to release tension.
  • stomach: Eating live yogurt will replace intestinal flora lost during the alcohol attack and soothe a sore stomach.
  • inflammation: I told him I would use a different calming oil on his head to soothe the inflammation.

Noun phrase with adjective complement

  • such: Benefits Can soothe arthritic symptoms such as: tender joints morning stiffness and swelling.

Modifying Another Word

  • even: But music hath charms to soothe even the technocrat of 1851.

Followed by an intransitive particle

  • away: Have you ever tried a relaxing sauna to soothe away your worries?

Followed by a transitive particle

  • away: Now he let its gentleness soothe away the hard edges of the day.

Particle object:

  • ache: The pool area also has a sauna, to soothe away the aches and pains of a day's traveling.
  • stress: With our warm welcome and Thai hospitality, soothe away the everyday stresses of your hectic daily schedule.

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