GRE Word List

PACIFY

to allay the anger or agitation of : soothe

The meaning of the word pacify is to allay the anger or agitation of : soothe.

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WordMeaning
tokena piece resembling a coin issued for use (as for fare on a bus) by a particular group on specified terms
prelatean ecclesiastic (such as a bishop or abbot) of superior rank
expiateto make amends for
tawnyof the color tawny
whima capricious or eccentric and often sudden idea or turn of the mind : fancy
obstreperousmarked by unruly or aggressive noisiness : clamorous
mollycoddleto treat with an excessive or absurd degree of indulgence and attention
gobbleto swallow or eat greedily
potentateruler
grumbleto mutter in discontent