soothing

adjective

sooth·​ing ˈsü-t͟hiŋ 

: tending to soothe

also : having a sedative effect

soothing syrup

soothingly adverb

soothingness noun

Synonyms

• calming
• comforting
• dreamy
• lulling
• narcotic
• pacifying
• quieting
• relaxing
• sedative
• tranquilizing
• tranquillizing

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

Bath bombs, weighted blankets and essential oil diffusers create a soothing environment that’s easier to be stress-free in. —Christopher Murray, Fox News, 8 Mar. 2025

Featuring an antioxidant-rich ingredients list, this clever formula delivers a silky-smooth finish and a lasting soothing effect. —Denise Primbet, Glamour, 5 Mar. 2025

Moreover, Trump has no respect for the orthodoxies of his predecessors, including their belief in the geopolitically soothing effects of globalization or their tendency to treat alliances as sacred obligations. —Hal Brands, Foreign Affairs, 25 Feb. 2025

Farrow and Ball Shaded White is the perfect color to make a room look and feel larger, while also having a soothing effect on the space. —Heather Bien, Southern Living, 19 Feb. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1700, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing soothing

• making soothing/reassuring noises

Rhymes for soothing

• smoothing

Kids Definition

soothing

adjective

sooth·​ing

ˈsü-t͟hiŋ

: tending to soothe

soothing sounds