appeases (Meaning)
appeases
to give in to even when it is wrong to do so, to make less severe, to bring to a state of peace or quiet, pacify, conciliate, to make calm or quiet, to make concessions to (someone, such as an aggressor or a critic) often at the sacrifice of principles, to cause to subside
Synonyms & Antonyms of appeases
appeases Sentence Examples
- The sugary treat appeases the child's sweet tooth, momentarily silencing their cries.
- The apology, though insincere, appeases the victim's anger to some extent.
- The new policy appeases both factions, as it addresses their concerns without fully satisfying either.
- The government's financial assistance appeased the protestors, who had been demanding relief from economic hardship.
- A warm bath appeased her aching muscles, relaxing her tired body.
- The promise of a reward appeased the informant, who provided valuable information to the authorities.
- The therapist's soothing words appeased his anxiety, calming his racing thoughts.
- The company's donation appeased public outcry over its environmental practices.
- The lavish gift appeased his wounded ego, making him feel temporarily better about the snub.
- The peace treaty appeased both nations, ending decades of conflict and bloodshed.
FAQs About the word appeases
to give in to even when it is wrong to do so, to make less severe, to bring to a state of peace or quiet, pacify, conciliate, to make calm or quiet, to make con
soothes, conciliates, pacifies, assuages, mollifies, comforts, satisfies, disarms,placates, consoles
vexes, piques, aggravates, burns (up), incenses, inflames, maddens, rankles, antagonizes, bothers
The sugary treat appeases the child's sweet tooth, momentarily silencing their cries.
The apology, though insincere, appeases the victim's anger to some extent.
The new policy appeases both factions, as it addresses their concerns without fully satisfying either.
The government's financial assistance appeased the protestors, who had been demanding relief from economic hardship.
