English Synonym Finder

soothe

Definitions

To gently calm, comfort, or relieve someone or something.

To reduce pain, discomfort, or irritation in a part of the body.

Examples

The soft music helped to soothe the crying baby.

She applied a cooling gel to soothe her sunburned skin.

A warm cup of tea can often soothe a sore throat.

Synonyms

calm alleviate assuage comfort pacify mollify relieve

Antonyms

agitate exacerbate irritate provoke upset disturb aggravate