calmingmotif
nounUK /ˈkɑːmɪŋ məʊˈtiːf/
US /ˈkɑːmɪŋ moʊˈtiːf/
A calming motif is a small pattern or tune that helps you feel quiet and relaxed.
The soft music had a calming motif that helped the baby fall asleep.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A repeated decorative shape in art that makes a room feel peaceful.
The wallpaper's calming motif of tiny waves made the bedroom feel like a quiet beach.
3. A short musical phrase repeated to create a restful mood.
The composer used a calming motif in the strings to slow the scene down.
4. A recurring idea in a story that brings a sense of comfort.
The writer's calming motif of warm kitchens appears whenever the hero feels safe.
5. A repeated gentle movement in dance that soothes the audience.
The dancers' calming motif of slow, swaying arms hushed the crowd.