verb as in strong fondness

Strongest matches

calms, reassures, console, allay, ease

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Example Sentences

Example:With his calming words, he soothed the baby to sleep.

Definition:makes someone calmer and less nervous

From calms

Example:He reassured her that he would take care of the situation.

Definition:calms someone down by giving them confidence that everything will be all right

From reassures

Example:She held his hand and soothed him, trying to console him in his distress.

Definition:gives comfort to someone who is sad or upset

From console

Example:A soothing cup of hot chocolate might sooth and allay the tension in a stressful work meeting.

Definition:reduce or remove someone's worry or anxiety

From allay

Example:The medicine soothed his aches and eased his discomfort.

Definition:make something easier or less painful

From ease