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calming

UK //ˈkɑːmɪŋ//US //ˈkɑːmɪŋ//

词源

源自中古英语 'calmen'(使平静),与古英语 'calm'(平静的)相关,最终可能源于拉丁语 'calmus'(温暖的)。

adjective

❶ 形容能让人感到平静、放松的事物或状态,通常用于描述环境、声音或行为带来的舒缓效果。

“The calming music helped me fall asleep quickly.”

(舒缓的音乐帮助我快速入睡。)

“She has a very calming presence that makes everyone feel at ease.”

(她的存在让人感到非常平静,使每个人都感到放松。)

同义词:soothing, relaxing, peaceful, tranquil, serene

常见短语

calming influence — 指某人或某物对他人有稳定情绪、缓解压力的积极影响。

“Her grandmother was a calming influence during the stressful time.”

(在压力重重的时期,她的祖母起到了稳定情绪的作用。)

calming effect — 描述某种行为、环境或物质能够减轻焦虑或紧张的效果。

“The tea had an immediate calming effect on her nerves.”

(这杯茶立刻让她的神经放松下来。)