| 释义 |
soothe
\ˈsüth\ verb
(-ed/-ing/-s)
Etymology: Middle English sothen, from Old English sōthian, from sōth, adjective
transitive verb
1. obsolete : to show, assert, or confirm the truth of : demonstrate or maintain as true
2. obsolete
a. : to uphold or back up; also : to humor by complying
b. : to gloss over : palliate, extenuate
3.
a. : to please (a person) by or as if by attention or concern : placate, mollify
< soothe an angry crowd with promises >
b. : to assuage or relieve as if by softening : alleviate
< soothe an inflamed throat >
4.
a. : to bring comfort, solace, or reassurance to
< soothe a troubled mind >
b. : to lead to tranquility or equanimity : dispel the inner agitation of
< nature's soothing of the mind >
< soothe a frightened child >
intransitive verb
: to bring peace, composure, or quietude
Synonyms: see calm |