Lull
Verb
Definition: To become quiet or less active; to calm or soothe.
Definition: To cause someone to feel secure or relaxed, often by soothing or calming them.
Synonyms: Calm, Pacify, Still
Antonyms: Agitate, Disturb, Rouse
Examples:
- The gentle sound of the waves lulled me to sleep.
- The mother sang a lullaby to lull the baby to sleep.
Mnemonics:
- Think of a lullaby that puts you or someone else to sleep.
- Imagine the sound of a lullaby quietly calming a restless person.
Etymology:
Origin:
Middle English lullen, perhaps imitative of a lulling sound.
Historical Usage:The word "lull" has been used since Middle English times, and its origin suggests it may be imitative of the sound it describes.
Related Idioms:
Idiom:
"Lull before the storm"
Explanation:Refers to a period of calm or quiet before a potentially chaotic or turbulent event.
Misconceptions:
Misconception:
Confusing "lull" with "loll".
Explanation:"Loll" means to recline or lounge in a relaxed or lazy manner, while "lull" refers to becoming quiet or less active. They have different meanings and should not be interchanged.