Lull
/lʌl/
To lull means to make someone feel calm and sleepy, often by using soft sounds or gentle movements, like rocking a baby to sleep.
Examples
- The gentle sound of the waves crashing on the shore can lull anyone into a peaceful sleep, making the beach a perfect place to relax.
- When my little brother gets upset, I often sing him a soft lullaby to help lull him back to a calm and happy mood.
- After a long day of playing soccer, I like to sit quietly and listen to music that can lull my mind and body into a state of relaxation.
Synonyms
calm
soothe
rock
settle
tranquilize
ease
Antonyms
wake
agitate
disturb
excite
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