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Meaning of Appease
The primary meaning of the word "appease" is to prevent or reduce someone's anger or dissatisfaction by giving in to their demands or doing something to please them.
Definitions
- To prevent or reduce someone's anger or dissatisfaction by giving in to their demands or doing something to please them
- To make someone feel better or more satisfied by doing something to please them
- To calm or soothe someone's feelings, especially by giving in to their demands
Etymology of Appease
The word "appease" comes from the Old French word "apaisier", which is derived from "pais", meaning "peace"
The word has been used in English since the 15th century to describe the act of making someone feel better or more satisfied by giving in to their demands
Example Uses
- The company tried to appease the striking workers by offering them a pay raise
- She attempted to appease her angry boyfriend by apologizing and buying him a gift
- The government tried to appease the protesters by promising to address their concerns