douce Definition
- 1(of a person or their manner) gentle and kind
- 2(of food or drink) not strong or bitter in taste
- 3(of colors) soft and muted
Using douce: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "douce" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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She had a douce personality that made everyone feel at ease.
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The tea was douce and soothing to the throat.
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The room was decorated in douce shades of beige and cream.
douce Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with douce
Example
He dreamed of visiting douce France and experiencing its rich culture.
a French phrase meaning 'sweetness of life', referring to the enjoyment of life's simple pleasures
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She embraced the douceur de vivre lifestyle, taking pleasure in small things like reading a book or enjoying a cup of coffee.
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The douce music playing in the background created a relaxing atmosphere.
Origins of douce
from Old French 'dous', meaning 'sweet'
Summary: douce in Brief
'Douce' [doos] describes a person or manner that is gentle and kind, food or drink that is not strong or bitter, and colors that are soft and muted. It can be used in phrases like 'douce France,' which refers to the gentle qualities of France, and 'douceur de vivre,' which means 'sweetness of life.' 'Douce' is a formal way to describe something that is mild or pleasant.
