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mollifying

/mɒˈlaɪfaɪɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does mollifying mean?

verb

To make someone feel more comfortable or less angry by being friendly and polite. To make something less severe or unpleasant.

Example

"The politician's mollifying words helped to calm the crowd."

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