1. in a way that calms, comforts, or reduces pain or distress

Examples

• She spoke soothingly to the crying child.
• The music played soothingly in the background.
• He rubbed the injured area soothingly.
• The warm bath water flowed soothingly over her tired muscles.
• The nurse spoke soothingly to calm the patient’s fears.
• The ocean waves lapped soothingly against the shore.