Lull

Pronunciation: /ˈlʌl/

Lull (noun)

  1. a short time when things are calm or quiet.

Examples

  • There was a lull in the conversation.
  • The lull before the storm was eerie.

Common collocations: brief lull, lull in activity, lull to sleep, lull into relaxation, lull the atmosphere

Lull (verb)

  1. to make someone feel calm or sleepy.
  2. to cause a situation to become quiet or peaceful.

Examples

  • She tried to lull the baby to sleep.
  • The music lulled him into relaxation.

Synonyms of Lull

Neutral

Informal

Antonyms of Lull

  • — when describing a state of unrest or disturbance
  • — when referring to causing enthusiasm or activity