GRE Word List
APPEASE
pacify or soothe; Ex. appease a crying baby; N. appeasement
The meaning of the word appease is pacify or soothe; Ex. appease a crying baby; N. appeasement.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| leaven | add leaven to; cause to rise or grow lighter; enliven; N: agent, such as yeast, that causes dough to rise (by fermentation); element that lightens or enlivens |
| sneak | move, give, or take in a quiet, stealthy way; N: one who sneaks; ADJ. sneaky |
| abrasive | rubbing away; tending to grind down |
| inanimate | lifeless; not animate |
| illicit | illegal |
| serrated | having a sawtoothed edge; Ex. serrated leaf |
| sodden | thoroughly soaked; dull or stupid as if from drink |
| solitude | state of being alone; seclusion; ADJ. solitary: existing or living alone (esp. by choice); remote or secluded; single; sole; Ex. solitary life/inn; Ex. no solitary piece of proof |
| beneficial | helpful; useful; advantageous |
| procurement | obtaining; V. procure: obtain by effort; obtain (a prostitute) for another |
