tenderwords
nounUK /ˈtɛndə wɜːdz/
US /ˈtɛndər wɝːdz/
Kind and gentle words that make someone feel loved and safe.
She whispered tenderwords to the baby until he fell asleep.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. Words spoken softly and carefully to soothe someone who is sad or hurt.
He offered tenderwords to his friend after the loss.
3. Poetic or romantic language used to express deep affection.
The letter was full of tenderwords about their life together.
4. A gentle way of speaking used to calm a frightened animal or child.
The vet used tenderwords to quiet the nervous puppy.