soothly

Meanings

• adverb

  Speaking or expressing something gently, calmly, or reassuringly.

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Variants

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soothly

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Etymology

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From Old English sothlīc, from sōth 'sound, healthy' + -līc 'like'.

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Trivia

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1. The word 'soothly' is not commonly used in modern English, but it can add a poetic or archaic feel to writing or speech.

2. The word 'soothly' has cognates in other Germanic languages, including Dutch zachtelijk and German sanftlich, which also mean 'gently' or 'reassuringly'.

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1. calmly: A synonym for 'soothly' that conveys a similar sense of tranquility and composure.

2. reassuringly: A synonym for 'soothly' that conveys a sense of comfort and confidence.

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In literature, 'soothly' is often used to convey a sense of calmness or reassurance in the narration or dialogue. It can also be used to indicate a gentle or soothing manner of speech.

How to Memorize "soothly"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine someone speaking softly and calmly to you.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'soothly' with calmness, reassurance, and gentle speech.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember that 'soothly' comes from the Old English words for 'sound' and 'like', so it's a word that conveys a sense of being healthy and calm.

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