mollify

verb

Pronunciation: /ˈmɒlɪfaɪ/

Definition

Reduce the severity, anger, or anxiety of someone or something.

Examples

• The government attempted to mollify the protesters by promising a full investigation.

• She tried to mollify her crying toddler with a favorite toy.

• Diplomats worked all night to mollify the tensions between the two neighboring countries.

Synonyms of mollify

Words with a similar meaning to mollify:

• calm
• soothe
• appease
• placate
• conciliate

Antonyms of mollify

Words with the opposite meaning to mollify:

• enrage
• provoke

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