The difference between Dulcet and Soothing

When used as adjectives, dulcet means sweet, especially when describing voice or tones, whereas soothing means tending to soothe.


Soothing is also noun with the meaning: the act by which somebody is soothed.

check bellow for the other definitions of Dulcet and Soothing

  1. Dulcet as an adjective:

    Sweet, especially when describing voice or tones; melodious.

  2. Dulcet as an adjective:

    Generally pleasing; agreeable.

  3. Dulcet as an adjective (archaic):

    Sweet to the taste.

  1. Soothing as an adjective:

    Tending to soothe.

    Examples:

    "soothing music"

  2. Soothing as an adjective:

    Giving relief.

    Examples:

    "a soothing [[ointment]]"

  3. Soothing as an adjective:

    Freeing from fear or anxiety.

    Examples:

    "soothing words"

  1. Soothing as a verb:

  1. Soothing as a noun:

    The act by which somebody is soothed.

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