Pronunciation: /bɑːm/
noun a fragrant ointment or preparation used to heal or soothe the skin
A1 She applied a soothing balm to her sunburned skin.
A2 The herbal balm helped relieve his muscle pain.
B1 Using a balm can help moisturize dry lips during the winter months.
B2 The pharmacist recommended a healing balm for the patient's wound.
C1 The luxurious balm was infused with essential oils for maximum relaxation.
C2 The artisan crafted a unique balm using rare botanical ingredients.
verb not applicable
A1 She balm her sunburn with aloe vera gel.
A2 He balm his sore muscles with a heating pad.
B1 The therapist balm her patient's emotional wounds with empathy and understanding.
B2 The apology balm the hurt feelings between the two friends.
C1 The soothing music balm his troubled mind after a long day at work.
C2 Her words of wisdom balm his soul and bring peace to his troubled heart.
adjective not applicable
A1 She applied a balm lotion to soothe her dry skin.
A2 The balm ointment provided relief for his sunburn.
B1 The balm moisturizer helped hydrate her chapped lips.
B2 The balm salve had healing properties for his minor cuts.
C1 The balm remedy was renowned for its calming effects on irritated skin.
C2 The balm treatment was recommended by dermatologists for its rejuvenating properties.
adverb not applicable
A1 She applied the balm gently to her dry lips.
A2 The soothing balm helped relieve the pain in his muscles.
B1 The balm quickly calmed the irritated skin on her hands.
B2 He used the balm regularly to keep his skin moisturized.
C1 The balm effectively healed the sunburn on her shoulders.
C2 The natural balm provided long-lasting relief for her eczema.
pronoun not applicable
A1 My skin was dry, so I used balm to moisturize it.
A2 She always carries a balm in her bag to soothe her chapped lips.
B1 The balm he applied on his sunburn provided instant relief.
B2 The herbal balm he bought from the market helped alleviate his muscle pain.
C1 The luxurious balm she used on her face was worth the high price.
C2 The balm recommended by the dermatologist worked wonders on her sensitive skin.
preposition not applicable
A1 She applied balm to her lips to keep them moisturized.
A2 The balm of nature surrounded them as they hiked through the forest.
B1 The soothing balm of music helped calm her nerves before the performance.
B2 The balm of forgiveness healed their relationship after the argument.
C1 The balm of nostalgia washed over him as he visited his childhood home.
C2 The balm of solitude allowed her to reflect on her life and make important decisions.
conjunction not applicable
A1 I have a headache, so I applied a balm to soothe the pain.
A2 She was feeling anxious, but a walk in the park was a balm for her nerves.
B1 After a long day at work, a hot bath with lavender balm was a relaxing treat.
B2 The apology from her friend was a balm for their strained relationship.
C1 The beautiful music was a balm to his soul after a stressful week.
C2 The heartfelt conversation acted as a balm, healing old wounds and bringing peace.
interjection not applicable
A1 Balm! That feels better.
A2 Balm! I finally found my keys.
B1 Balm! The weather is perfect for a picnic.
B2 Balm! I passed my driving test.
C1 Balm! The peaceful sound of the ocean is so relaxing.
C2 Balm! After a long day, a hot bath is pure bliss.
article not applicable
A1 I used a balm to soothe my chapped lips.
A2 She applied a balm to her sunburned skin for relief.
B1 The herbal balm helped alleviate his muscle pain.
B2 The aromatherapy balm provided a sense of relaxation and calm.
C1 The luxurious balm was infused with rare botanical extracts.
C2 The healing balm was formulated with essential oils and vitamins for optimal skin rejuvenation.
formal The balm was applied to the patient's burn to soothe the pain.
informal I always keep a tube of lip balm in my purse.
slang After a long day at work, a good book is my balm.
figurative Music has always been a balm for my soul during tough times.
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