Associations to the word «Placating»

Wiktionary

PLACATE, verb. (transitive) To calm; to bring peace to; to influence someone who was furious to the point that he or she becomes content or at least no longer irate.

Dictionary definition

PLACATE, verb. Cause to be more favorably inclined; gain the good will of; "She managed to mollify the angry customer".

Wise words

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