soothingword
nounUK /ˈsuː.ðɪŋ wɜːd/
US /ˈsuː.ðɪŋ wɝːd/
A kind word that helps someone feel calm and better.
She gave her little brother a soothingword after he fell down.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. A phrase used to make a difficult truth sound softer or less harsh.
The doctor offered a soothingword before explaining the long recovery.
3. Words meant to quiet someone's anger or worry without fixing the problem.
The manager's soothingword calmed the crowd but changed nothing.
4. A gentle remark used to help a person fall asleep or relax.
Grandma whispered a soothingword and the baby closed his eyes.