Synonyms for soothing
ˈsu ðɪŋsooth·ing

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1. soothingadjective

   affording physical relief

   "a soothing ointment for her sunburn"

   Synonyms:
   assuasive

   Antonyms:
   uncomfortable, unreassuring, worrisome

2. assuasive, soothingadjective

   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. soothingadjective

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

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1. List of paraphrases for "soothing":

   appeasing, calming, reassuring, relaxant, relaxing, comforting

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1. 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.

2. Lord Byron:

   How sweet and soothing is this hour of calm I thank thee, night for thou has chased away these horrid bodements which, amidst the throng, I could not dissipate and with the blessing of thy benign and quiet influence now will I to my couch, although to rest is almost wronging such a night as this.

3. Oscar Auliq-Ice:

   With forgiveness, we find release, A soothing balm that grants us peace, For in its grace, we learn to let go, Embracing healing's gentle flow.

4. Lauren Brettschneider:

   Farming can be very soothing. You are growing something, creating, the class really inspires and motivates [ the veterans ].

5. Joanna Slade:

   David Deutchman was a very soothing presence to our children, david Deutchman would always be there to cuddle the child when the parents or family couldn't be there.