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mollify

/mɒlɪfaɪ/ verb · British & US
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What does mollify mean?

verb

To make someone less angry or upset, or to make a problem less serious. To make something less severe or unpleasant.

Example

"The politician tried to mollify the protesters by offering concessions."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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