GRE Word List
PLACATE
to soothe or mollify especially by concessions : appease
The meaning of the word placate is to soothe or mollify especially by concessions : appease.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| inasmuch_as | since; owing to the fact that |
| distract | to draw or direct (something, such as someone's attention) to a different object or in different directions at the same time |
| idyll | a simple descriptive work in poetry or prose that deals with rustic life or pastoral scenes or suggests a mood of peace and contentment |
| cameo | a gem carved in relief (see relief |
| spendthrift | a person who spends improvidently or wastefully |
| contraband | illegal or prohibited traffic in goods : smuggling |
| acknowledge | to recognize the rights, authority, or status of |
| armada | a fleet of warships |
| panegyric | a eulogistic oration or writing |
| nirvana | the final beatitude (see beatitude |