First Known Use: 1657
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soothe
verb \ˈsüth\
: to cause (someone) to be calmer, less angry, etc.
: to cause (a part of the body) to feel better
: to cause (pain) to go away or become less severe
soothedsooth·ing
Full Definition of SOOTHE
transitive verb
1
: to please by or as if by attention or concern : placate
3
: to bring comfort, solace, or reassurance to <music soothes the soul>
intransitive verb
: to bring peace, composure, or quietude
— sooth·er noun
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Origin of SOOTHE
Middle English sothen to verify, from Old English sōthian, from sōth
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SOOTHE Defined for Kids
soothe
verb \ˈsüth\
soothedsooth·ing
Definition of SOOTHE for Kids
1
: to please by praise or attention <The waiter tried to soothe the angry customer.>
2
: relieve 1 <Lotion will soothe your sunburn.>
3
: to calm down : comfort <Papa was trying to soothe Mama, who was wheezing heavily from asthma and excitement. — George Selden, The Cricket in Times Square>
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