sooth·ing /ˈsuːðɪŋ/ a. 1. 安慰的，抚慰性的 soothing words 安慰的话 speak in soothing tone 用抚慰的口气说 The music was soft and soothing. 音乐很柔和，令人心旷神怡。 2. 镇静的，镇定的；镇痛的；催眠的 soothing cough syrup 止咳糖浆 soothing paste 镇痛药膏 The medicine has a most soothing effect on the nerves. 这药对神经有极好的镇定作用。