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 |
|---|---|
| deleterious | harmful often in a subtle or unexpected way |
| imprecation | curse |
| singular | of or relating to a separate person or thing : individual |
| desiccate | to dry up |
| shimmer | to shine with a soft tremulous or fitful light : glimmer |
| conjecture | inference formed without proof or sufficient evidence |
| forfeit | something forfeited or subject to being forfeited (as for a crime, offense, or neglect of duty) : penalty |
| convene | to come together in a body |
| herd | a typically large group of animals of one kind kept together under human control |
| oaf | a stupid person : boob |