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placate

/pləˈkeɪt/ verb · British & US
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What does placate mean?

verb

To make someone feel better or less angry by giving them what they want or by apologizing. To calm or soothe a feeling or situation.

Example

"The manager tried to placate the angry customer by offering a refund."

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