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placated

/pləˈkeɪtɪd/ verb · British & US
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What does placated mean?

verb

To calm or appease someone or something, often by giving in to their demands or satisfying their needs. To make someone or something less angry or upset.

Example

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

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

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