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 quotes

  • (..) No. No! No, no, no, no! Yes, yes, yes! Lightning McQueen here. And I use Rust-eze Medicated Bumper Ointment, new rear end formula! Nothing soothes a rusty bumper like Rust-eze. Wow! Look at that shine! Use Rust-eze and you too can look like me! Ka-chow! (..)
    2006 Cars