Soothingness — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective noun /ˈsü-t͟hiŋ/ sooth·ing

Meaning & Definition of Soothingness

Soothingness (adjective)

  1. tending to soothe; also, having a sedative effect

Soothingness (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in mildness

    similar: mildness, silence, comity, concord, harmony, lull, pause, respite, casualness, easygoingness, informality, laid-backness, relaxedness, calm, calmness, hush, peace, peacefulness, placidity, quiet, quietness, quietude, repose, restfulness, sereneness, serenity, still, stillness, tranquility
    opposite: bustle, commotion, hubbub, hurly-burly, pandemonium, tumult, turmoil, unquietness, unrest, uproar, clamor, din, noise, racket

Related Entry: Soothing (adjective)

Soothing is a different word from Soothingness. The synonyms below are for soothing, not for soothingness.

  1. tending to calm the emotions and relieve stress

    "the soothing music eventually put the entire yoga class in the proper mood"

    similar: calming, comforting, dreamy, lulling, narcotic, pacifying, quieting, relaxing, sedative, tranquilizing
    related: hypnotic, opiate, analgesic, anesthetic, anodyne, deadening, depressant, numbing, antianxiety, antidepressant, antidepression, antistress
    near: painful, stressful, tiresome, troubling, trying, unsettling, worrisome, energizing, invigorating, stimulant, stimulating, aggravating, annoying, bothersome, disturbing, exasperating, frustrating, galling, grating, harassing, irksome, irritating, maddening, nettlesome, troublesome, vexatious, vexing

  2. not harsh or stern especially in nature or effect

    "spoke to the boy in a soothing voice"

    similar: balmy, benign, bland, delicate, gentle, light, mellow, mild, nonabrasive, soft, tender
    related: calm, pacific, peaceful, placid, quiet, serene, tranquil, clement, compassionate, easy, lenient, merciful, buffering, cushioning, emollient, softening, sleek, slick, smooth
    opposite: abrasive, caustic, coarse, hard, harsh, rough, scathing, stern, ungentle
    near: exquisite, fierce, intense, powerful, severe, forceful, forcible, savage, violent, roughened, rugged, strong, abrading, irritating, roughening, grim, gruff, rude, stiff, heavy-handed, oppressive, pitiless, tyrannical

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Soothingness

The most common words with a similar meaning to Soothingness:

mildness, silence, comity, concord, harmony, lull, pause, respite, casualness, easygoingness, informality, laid-backness, relaxedness, calm, calmness, hush, peace, peacefulness, placidity, quiet, quietness, quietude, repose, restfulness, sereneness, serenity, still, stillness, tranquility

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Soothingness

Words with the opposite meaning of Soothingness:

bustle, commotion, hubbub, hurly-burly, pandemonium, tumult, turmoil, unquietness, unrest, uproar, clamor, din, noise, racket

Word Forms of Soothingness

Derived words: soothingly (adverb), soothingness (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Soothingness

First known use: 1700

Frequently Asked Questions about Soothingness

What does "Soothingness" mean?

"Soothingness" means tending to soothe; also, having a sedative effect. As an an adjective and a noun, it is defined as: tending to soothe; also, having a sedative effect.

What is another word for "Soothingness"?

Other words for "Soothingness" include mildness, silence, comity, concord, harmony, lull, pause and respite. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Soothingness" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Soothingness"?

There are 29 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Soothingness". Common alternatives include mildness, silence, comity, concord, harmony, lull, pause, respite, casualness and easygoingness.

What is the opposite of "Soothingness"?

Antonyms of "Soothingness" include bustle, commotion, hubbub, hurly-burly, pandemonium, tumult, turmoil and unquietness.

Is "Soothingness" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Soothingness" can be used as an adjective and a noun, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Soothingness"?

"Soothingness" is pronounced /ˈsü-t͟hiŋ/ and divided into syllables as sooth·ing.

What is the origin of the word "Soothingness"?

First known use: 1700.

What is another word for "Soothingness" meaning "as in mildness"?

When "Soothingness" (noun) means as in mildness, synonyms include mildness, silence, comity, concord, harmony and lull. Opposites in this sense include bustle, commotion, hubbub and hurly-burly.