Synonyms for

Appeasing

Verb / ʌˈpi:zɪŋ / Another word for appeasing — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to calm someone down or make them less angry by giving them what they want

Synonyms & similar words

conciliate placative lenify gruntle quell stay placatory propitiate mollify appease placate assuage pacify gentle placating soothe pacify placate calm mollify assuage conciliate propitiate gratify satisfy palliate alleviate ease relieve mitigate allay quell subdue tranquilize compose

Example sentences

  1. He hoped to appease his boss by finishing his work early.
  2. She tried to appease her angry friend by saying sorry.
  3. The coach appeased his team by giving them a day off.
  4. The company appeased its customers by offering a refund.
  5. The politician promised to appease the voters by lowering taxes.

Quotes

  • Appeasement is feeding a crocodile, hoping it will eat you last. - Winston Churchill
  • Appeasement is not the answer. - George W. Bush
  • Appeasement is a policy of feeding your friends to a crocodile, one at a time, in hopes that the crocodile will eat you last. - Franklin D. Roosevelt

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