Synonyms for soothing
ˈsu ðɪŋ

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1. soothing(adj)

   affording physical relief

   "a soothing ointment for her sunburn"

   Synonyms:
   assuasive

   Antonyms:
   uncomfortable, unreassuring, worrisome

2. assuasive, soothing(adj)

   freeing from fear and anxiety

   Synonyms:
   assuasive

   Antonyms:
   unreassuring, uncomfortable, worrisome

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1. paregoric

   assuaging pain

   her words are really paregoric.

   Submitted by anonymous on December 30, 2019  

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1. soothing(a)

   Synonyms:
   bland, emollient, demulcent, gratifying, quieting, sedative

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1. List of paraphrases:

   appeasing, calming, reassuring, relaxant, relaxing, comforting

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How to use soothing in a sentence?

1. William Wordsworth:

   What though the radiance which was once so bright Be not forever taken from my sight, Though nothing can bring back the hour Of splendour in the grass, of glory in the flower Strength in what remains behind, In the primal sympathy Which having been must ever be, In the soothing thoughts that spring Out of Human suffering, In the faith that looks through death In years that bring philophic mind.

2. Charlie Stewart-Cox:

   I particularly enjoy a soothing walk on Lugard Road, Victoria Peak. Sections of the path are on the cliffside, meaning it offers the best views of the Hong Kong skyline.

3. Gerard Hastings:

   It strips away the branding which draws people to the pack, removes any false reassurance that features like pastel colors and soothing descriptors are designed to provide, and makes the health warning more prominent.

4. Thomas Mann:

   As death, when we come to consider it closely, is the true goal of our existence, I have formed during the last few years such close relations with this best and truest friend of mankind, that his image is not only no longer terrifying to me, but is indeed very soothing and consoling And I thank my God for graciously granting me the opportunity...of learning that death is the key which unlocks the door to our true happiness.

5. Dianne Hales:

   Put duties aside at least an hour before bed and perform soothing, quiet activities that will help you relax.

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