besoothe

/biˈsuːθ, ˈbiːsuːθ/

Definitions

1. verb

to calm or soothe someone or something, especially by removing or reducing a source of distress or annoyance

“The doctor’s soothing words were able to besothe the anxious patient.”

2. verb (transitive)

to calm or soothe (someone or something) by removing or reducing a source of distress or annoyance

“The warm bath managed to besothe the tired child.”

3. noun

a soothing or calming effect

“The peaceful atmosphere created a sense of besothe for the weary traveler.”

Synonyms

  • calm
  • comfort
  • console
  • soothe

Antonyms

  • aggravate
  • aggravate
  • disturb
  • irritate