Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
mollify
verb
/ˈmɒlɪfaɪ/
Definition
To calm or soothe someone’s feelings or anger.
Examples
- She tried to mollify her upset friend with kind words.
- The manager attempted to mollify the angry customers with discounts.
- To mollify the tension in the room, he told a lighthearted joke.
Meaning
Mollify means to make someone feel less angry or upset. It can also refer to making a situation more gentle or placid.
Synonyms
- appease
- calm
- soothe
- pacify
- reassure
