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sooth vs. soothe

sooth
[sooth] / suθ /

noun

  1. truth, reality, or fact.

adjective

  1. soothing, soothing, soft, or sweet.

  2. true or real.

soothe
[sooth] / suð /

verb (used with object)

soothed, soothing

  1. to tranquilize or calm (a person or their emotions); relieve, comfort, or refresh.

    soothing someone's anger;

    to soothe someone with a hot drink.
    Antonyms:
    roil, upset

  2. to mitigate, assuage, or allay, as pain, sorrow, or doubt.

    to soothe sunburned skin.
    Synonyms:
    mollify, appease, alleviate

verb (used without object)

soothed, soothing

  1. to exert a calming influence; bring tranquility, ease, or comfort.

    a soft-spoken poem that soothes like a lullaby.