Word of the DayNovember 13, 2021

placate

Definition

reduce anger and hostility, perhaps by offering compensation or a compromise

Example Usage

they placated their moaning kids with the promise of ice cream if they behaved inside the art museum

Synonyms

  • appease
  • calm
  • propitiate
  • conciliate
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