SAT vocabulary
Dulcet
Sweet and soothing (often used ironically).
Example
"The dulcet tones of the harp filled the air, creating a serene atmosphere for the meditation class."
Etymology
From Old French 'doucet,' a diminutive of 'doux' (sweet), from Latin 'dulcis' (sweet).
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