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soothe

Definition

  • verb: to cause (someone) to be calmer, less angry, etc.
  • verb: to please by or as if by attention or concern
  • sometimes + 'away'
  • synonyms: placate, abate, allay

Examples

  • She played music to 'soothe' [='comfort'] the baby.

  • The waiter tried to 'soothe' the angry customer.

  • Her nerves were 'soothed' by a warm bath.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) Jimmie. Jimmie. Jimmie. Jimmie. Help me. Sir? Dr. King. There are no words to soothe you, Mr. Lee. There are no words. But I can tell you one thing for certain. God was the first to cry. (..)
    2014 Selma