Balm
A fragrant ointment or preparation used to soothe or heal; something that provides comfort or consolation.
nounBalm
A fragrant ointment or preparation used to soothe or heal; something that provides comfort or consolation.
nounImagine This
You can find a special kind of ointment that soothes pain in palm tree oils.
Sounds Like
palm
Looks Like
calm (visually similar; ends with -alm)
Remember This
Tiger Balm is a famous brand; Michael Chang, a top professional tennis player, advertised it, claiming it relieved his muscle aches after matches.
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ointment, salve, emollient, soothing agent, comfort
Note
Balm is typically used as a noun referring to a soothing preparation. Do not confuse with balmy, an adjective meaning soothing or mild, or with balmy weather, which is not a preparation for healing.
Study Deeper
- The pharmacist recommended a soothing balm for the irritated skin.
- Her thoughtful note was a balm to his anxious heart.
From Old English balm, from Latin balsamum, from Greek balsamon, from Hebrew basam 'fragrance' or 'spice'.
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