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balm

The word “balm” has 1 syllable: balm

It's pronounced as /bɑːm/

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In the thesaurus, “balm” has 51 synonyms and 9 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for balm along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for balm

Antonyms for balm

Meanings of balm

  • noun
    1. Any of various aromatic resins exuded from certain plants, especially trees of the genus Commiphora of Africa, Arabia and India and Myroxylon of South America.
    2. A plant or tree yielding such substance.
    3. Any soothing oil or lotion, especially an aromatic one.
    4. Something soothing.
    5. The lemon balm, Melissa officinalis.
    6. Any of a number of other aromatic herbs with a similar citrus-like scent, such as bee balm and horse balm.
  • verb
    1. To anoint with balm, or with anything medicinal.
    2. To soothe; to mitigate.

Example Sentences

  • The cool breeze was a welcome balm on a hot summer day.
  • Music can often serve as a soothing balm for the soul during difficult times.
  • Her words were a gentle balm that calmed his anxious heart.
  • After a long day of work, a warm bath can be a comforting balm for tired muscles.
  • The laughter of children playing outside was like a healing balm for the neighborhood's spirit.

On this page you'll find 60 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to balm, such as: alleviation, analgesic, anodyne, application, aroma, assuagement, attar.

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