GRE Word List

MOLLIFY

to soothe in temper or disposition : appease

The meaning of the word mollify is to soothe in temper or disposition : appease.

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WordMeaning
provocativeserving or tending to provoke, excite, or stimulate
punitiveinflicting, involving, or aiming at punishment
equitablehaving or exhibiting equity : dealing fairly and equally with all concerned
sidetracksiding
despoilto strip of belongings, possessions, or value : pillage
chaffthe seed coverings and other debris separated from the seed in threshing grain
catharsispurification or purgation of the emotions (such as pity and fear) primarily through art
ameliorateto make better or more tolerable
lotan object used as a counter in determining a question by chance see also throw in one's lot with
impelto urge or drive forward or on by or as if by the exertion of strong moral pressure : force