Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pacify
verb
/ˈpæs.ɪ.faɪ/
Definition
To bring peace or calm to a situation; to soothe or quell anger or agitation.
Examples
- She tried to pacify the crying baby by rocking him gently.
- The manager spoke softly to pacify the upset customer.
- After the dispute, they worked together to pacify the team and restore harmony.
Meaning
Pacify means to make someone who is angry or upset feel better, or to calm a tumultuous situation.
Synonyms
- calm
- soothe
- appease
- settle
- reconcile
