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Synonyms & Similar Words
pacifier
conciliator
mediator
negotiator
diplomat
reconciler
peacemaker
placator
mollifier
soother
calmer
comforter
consoler
propitiator
appeasement
accommodator
compromiser
conciliator
intercessor
intermediary
arbiter
moderator
peacemonger
tranquilizer
calibrator
stabilizer
settler
resolver
harmonizer
unifier
reconciler
balancer
Meaning of Appeaser
A person who tries to avoid conflict or violence by giving in to demands or by persuading others to do so
Definitions
- A person who tries to prevent or end conflict or war by giving in to demands or by persuading others to do so
- * Someone who tries to appease a particular group or person, often by giving them what they want
Etymology of Appeaser
The word "appeaser" has its roots in the Old French word "apaisier," which means "to pacify" or "to calm"
It is derived from the Latin words "ad" (meaning "to" or "toward") and "placare" (meaning "to calm" or "to soothe")
Historically, the term "appeaser" has been used to describe individuals who prioritize avoiding conflict over standing firm on principles or policies
Example Uses
- The prime minister was accused of being an appeaser for giving in to the demands of the striking workers
- * The company's CEO was seen as an appeaser for compromising on the environmental regulations to avoid a lawsuit
- * The historian argued that the policy of appeasement towards the aggressive nation only emboldened them to make further demands
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
confrontationalist
antagonist
opponent
adversary
challenger
dissenter
objector
protester
resister
defier
nonconformist
rebel
renegade
dissident
noncompliant
uncooperative
stubborn
obstinate
unyielding
firm
steadfast
resolute
unwavering
unshakeable